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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Flint is to train which costs $30 - $95 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Flint is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Flint?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Flint station. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Flint Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Palatine to Flint?

The distance between Palatine and Flint is 260 miles. The road distance is 295.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Flint without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs $30 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Palatine to Flint, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Flint train from?

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

What is the time difference between Palatine and Flint?

Flint is 1h ahead of Palatine. It is currently 3:05 PM in Palatine and 4:05 PM in Flint.

Where does the Palatine to Flint train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palatine to Flint?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Flint is 295 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Palatine to Flint.

Where can I stay near Flint?

There are 29+ hotels available in Flint.

Palatine to Flint - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Palatine to Flint by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Park
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)ORD - FNT
3h 25m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak StationBlue Water
7h 6m
$33–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to FlintFlixBus 2552
8h 43m
$51–109
Drive 293.4 mi
1. Drive from Palatine to Flint293.4 mi
5h 3m
$54–78
Train, bus via Kalamazoo
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTC
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Flint, MI
11h 53m
$69–124

Palatine to Flint by train and foot

7Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 258.1 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Palatine, IL, USA and Flint, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Palatine to Flint Amtrak Station via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 7h 6m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.