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How to get from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train?

From Palatine to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-NW train from Palatine station to Cumberland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 221 bus and finally take the 332 bus from Rosemont Cta Station station to York/Second/Palmer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $6.05. The bus and train schedule from Palatine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

122min$6.05
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 221
221
Bus - 332
332
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Palatine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Palatine
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #638| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cumberland
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy)
    ID 20490
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 221221
    Wait for bus
    221
    Rosemont Cta Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    29 min
  • 7
    Bus - 332332
    Wait for bus
    332
    Oak Brook Center / Macy's
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    York/Second/Palmer
    ID 9012
    49 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Palatine and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 31.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 122 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL

To check the bus and train schedule from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Palatine) and destination (Elmhurst, IL), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL?

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 221, Bus line 332.

  • Is there a direct train between Palatine and Elmhurst, IL?

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

  • Which train line goes from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Cumberland station near Palatine in Palatine to Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) station near Elmhurst, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Palatine and Elmhurst, IL by train and bus is about 2 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Palatine to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Cumberland station near Palatine in Palatine.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Palatine and Elmhurst, IL?

    Get off the train at the Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) stop, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • How much is the train fare from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Palatine to Elmhurst, IL costs $6.05.

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