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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Palatine is to bus and train via Indianapolis which costs $35 - $60 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Palatine is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Palatine?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Palatine. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Palatine via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Palatine?

The distance between Indianapolis and Palatine is 214 miles. The road distance is 207.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Palatine without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 16m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Indianapolis to Palatine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Palatine train from?

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

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Palatine?

Palatine is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 1:24 AM in Indianapolis and 12:24 AM in Palatine.

Where does the Indianapolis to Palatine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Palatine?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Palatine is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Indianapolis to Palatine.

Where can I stay near Palatine?

There are 305+ hotels available in Palatine.

Indianapolis to Palatine - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Palatine by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain Up-Nw
5h 16m
$37–65
Train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain Up-Nw
6h 30m
$71–137
Drive 206.5 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Palatinecar 206.5 mi
3h 49m
$38–55
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Palatinetrain
4h 50m
$428–1,313
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain Up-Nw
5h 24m
$37–57
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain
5h 2m
$53–333
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
6h 16m
$59–271
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FWA - ORD
6h 20m
$73–307

Indianapolis to Palatine by bus and train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Palatine, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Palatine via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 6h 30m.

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