What is the cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Palatine?

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Palatine is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carbondale to Palatine?

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Palatine is to fly and train which takes 3h 46m and costs $110 - $260.

Is there a direct train between Carbondale and Palatine?

No, there is no direct train from Carbondale to Palatine. However, there are services departing from Carbondale and arriving at Palatine via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Carbondale to Palatine?

The distance between Carbondale and Palatine is 342 miles. The road distance is 350.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carbondale to Palatine without a car?

The best way to get from Carbondale to Palatine without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs $80 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Carbondale to Palatine?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Carbondale to Palatine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carbondale to Palatine train from?

Carbondale to Palatine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carbondale station.

Where does the Carbondale to Palatine train arrive?

Carbondale to Palatine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Palatine?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Palatine is 350 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Carbondale to Palatine.

Where can I stay near Palatine?

There are 309+ hotels available in Palatine.

Carbondale to Palatine - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Carbondale to Palatine by plane, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly from Williamson County Regional Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MWA - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Palatinetrain
3h 46m
$119–260
Drive to Barkley Regional Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)car
2. Fly from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PAH - ORD
4h 40m
$53–289
Train
1. Take the train from Carbondale to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain Up-Nw
7h
$84–194
Drive 348.5 mi
1. Drive from Carbondale to Palatinecar 348.5 mi
6h 4m
$64–92
Bus to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Carbondale to St. Louisbus
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane STL - ORD
6h 51m
$343–744

Carbondale to Palatine by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 340 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Carbondale, IL, USA and Palatine, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Carbondale to Palatine via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 7h.

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