How to get from Waukegan to Palatine by bus and train?

From Waukegan to Palatine by bus and train

To get from Waukegan to Palatine you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 565 bus from Grand Ave & Jackson St station to Waukegan Metra Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the UP-NW train from Clybourn station to Palatine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $9.50. The bus and train schedule from Waukegan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Palatine on the Moovit app.

157min$9.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 565
565
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Palatine
Leaves from Grand Ave & Jackson St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand Ave & Jackson St
    ID 18479
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 565565
    Wait for bus
    565
    Waukegan Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    ID 35685
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clybourn
    59 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palatine
    46 min
  • 9
    Walk to Palatine
    Walk to
    Palatine
    East Northwest Highway
    0.91 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Waukegan to Palatine by train

To get from Waukegan to Palatine in Palatine, take the UP-N train from Waukegan station to Clybourn station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Clybourn station to Palatine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The bus and train schedule from Waukegan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Palatine on the Moovit app.

165min$7.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Palatine
Leaves from Waukegan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    1.19 mi • 25 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clybourn
    59 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palatine
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Palatine
    Walk to
    Palatine
    East Northwest Highway
    0.91 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waukegan to Palatine

The distance between Waukegan and Palatine is approximately 59.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 157 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waukegan to Palatine by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Palatine – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Waukegan to Palatine

To check the bus and train schedule from Waukegan to Palatine using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waukegan) and destination (Palatine), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Waukegan to Palatine by train

To get from Waukegan to Palatine in Palatine, take the UP-N train from Waukegan station to Clybourn station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Clybourn station to Palatine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The bus and train schedule from Waukegan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Palatine on the Moovit app.

165min$7.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Palatine
Leaves from Waukegan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    1.19 mi • 25 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clybourn
    59 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palatine
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Palatine
    Walk to
    Palatine
    East Northwest Highway
    0.91 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Palatine?

    The fastest way takes 157 minutes, using Bus line 565, Train line UP-N, Train line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Waukegan to Palatine?

    The alternative route takes 165 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Train line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Palatine?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waukegan to Palatine?

    The 565 bus line goes from Grand Ave & Jackson St station near Waukegan in Waukegan to Waukegan Metra Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Waukegan Metra Station station near Palatine.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waukegan to Palatine by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waukegan and Palatine by bus and train is about 2 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waukegan to get to Palatine?

    Get on the 565 bus from the Grand Ave & Jackson St stop near Waukegan in Waukegan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waukegan and Palatine?

    Get off the bus at the Waukegan Metra Station station, which is closest to Palatine.

  • How much is the bus fare from Waukegan to Palatine?

    The ride from Waukegan to Palatine costs $9.50.

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