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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Detroit is to train and bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $130 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Palatine to Detroit?

The distance between Palatine and Detroit is 309 miles. The road distance is 309.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $150 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Palatine to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Detroit train from?

Palatine to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, depart from Palatine station.

What is the time difference between Palatine and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Palatine. It is currently 1:12 PM in Palatine and 2:12 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Palatine to Detroit train arrive?

Palatine to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Palatine to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Detroit is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Palatine to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 515+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 23m
$158–249
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
6h 2m
$50–285
Train, bus via Dearborn Transit Center
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 42m
Drive 308 mi
1. Drive from Palatine to Detroitcar 308 mi
5h 18m
$57–82
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 51m
$138–762
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 24m
$53–89
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 24m
$84–563
Train, bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Palatine to Des Plainestrain
2. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to O'Hare MMF Bay 9bus
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
4. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
6h 26m
$992–1,097

Palatine to Detroit by train and bus

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7h 23mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.5 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Palatine, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Palatine to Detroit via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 7h 23m.

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