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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Waukesha is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Waukesha is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct bus from Palatine station to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines Metra Station and arriving at E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Palatine to Waukesha?

The distance between Palatine and Waukesha is 112 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Waukesha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $45 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Palatine to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Waukesha bus from?

Palatine to Waukesha bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Waukesha train from?

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

Train or bus from Palatine to Waukesha?

The best way to get from Palatine to Waukesha is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $45 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Palatine to Waukesha bus arrive?

Palatine to Waukesha bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, arrive at Goerke's Corners Park and Ride station.

Where does the Palatine to Waukesha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palatine to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Waukesha is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Palatine to Waukesha.

Where can I stay near Waukesha?

There are 82+ hotels available in Waukesha.

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There are 3 ways to get from Palatine to Waukesha by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Goerke's Corners Park and Ridebus Wisconsin Coach Lines
4h 28m
$49–57
Drive 71.3 mi
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1. Drive from Palatine to Waukeshacar 71.3 mi
1h 42m
$13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
5h 15m
$48–88

Palatine to Waukesha by train and bus

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Palatine, IL, USA and Waukesha, WI, USA?

Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express operates a bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Goerke's Corners Park and Ride every 3 hours. Tickets cost $42–46 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palatine to E Main Street at N East Avenue via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 5h 15m.

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