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Compare bus and train for Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI:
A train is $0.85 (€0.68) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Milwaukee, WI take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 8m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $15 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Trains from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Palatine, IL and Milwaukee, WI from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milwaukee, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palatine, IL to Milwaukee, WI
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
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