What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Palatine?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Palatine is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Palatine?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Palatine is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Iowa City to Palatine?

The distance between Iowa City and Palatine is 252 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Palatine without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Palatine without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 13m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Palatine?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Iowa City to Palatine, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Palatine?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Palatine is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Iowa City to Palatine.

Where can I stay near Palatine?

There are 309+ hotels available in Palatine.

Iowa City to Palatine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Iowa City to Palatine by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Palatinetrain Up-Nw
6h 13m
$43–64
Drive 204 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Palatinecar 204 mi
3h 46m
$38–54
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
6h 16m
$46–247
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
6h 23m

Iowa City to Palatine by bus and train

14Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.5 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Palatine, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Palatine. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Jefferson & Harrison, take the line 60 bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Palatine. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Palatine in around 3h 46m.

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