How to get from Palatine to Carol Stream by bus and train?

From Palatine to Carol Stream by bus and train

To get from Palatine to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines: take the 604 bus from Rand/Wilke station to Northwest Transportation Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 208 bus, then the UP-NW train, then the UP-W train and finally take the 711 bus from Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St) station to Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $17.30.

242min$17.30
Bus - 604
604
Bus - 208
208
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Rand/Wilke

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Palatine
  • 2
    Bus - 604604
    Wait for bus
    604
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 23427
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 20351
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    East
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumberland Metra (485 Northwest Hwy)
    ID 20392
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cumberland
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #638| Chicago Otc
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    43 min
  • 10
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 11
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    51 min
  • 12
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
    ID 32421
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 13
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 14
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    19 min
  • 15
    Walk to Carol Stream
    Walk to
    Carol Stream
    1.36 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Palatine to Carol Stream

The distance between Palatine, Chicago and Carol Stream, Chicago is approximately 67.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 242 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Palatine to Carol Stream by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Palatine

Palatine is located at Palatine, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Rand/Long Valley.

Bus stations close to Palatine:

  • Rand/Long Valley
  • Rand/Claremont/Long Valley
  • Rand/Frontage

Public transit stations close to Carol Stream, Chicago

Carol Stream is located at Carol Stream, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is West Chicago.

Train stations close to Carol Stream:

  • West Chicago

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Palatine to Carol Stream?

    The fastest way takes 242 minutes, using Bus line 604, Bus line 208, Train line UP-NW, Train line UP-W, Bus line 711.

  • Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 2 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Palatine to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    The 604 bus line goes from South station near Palatine to Northwest Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines till Northwest Transportation Center station near Carol Stream in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Palatine to Carol Stream in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Palatine and Carol Stream in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Palatine to get to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get on the 604 bus from the South stop near Palatine in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Palatine and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Northwest Transportation Center stop, which is closest to Carol Stream in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Palatine to Carol Stream?

    The ride from Palatine to Carol Stream costs $17.30.

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