What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills is to train which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Lake in the Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Lake in the Hills. However, there are services departing from Madison & Dearborn/State and arriving at Randall Rd & Acorn Ln via Rosemont CTA Station and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Lake in the Hills?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago to Lake in the Hills. However, there are services departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Crystal Lake via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

The distance between Chicago and Lake in the Hills is 50 miles. The road distance is 44.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Lake in the Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $7 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lake in the Hills bus from?

Chicago to Lake in the Hills bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Dearborn/State station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lake in the Hills train from?

Chicago to Lake in the Hills train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and bus, which costs $7 - $13 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Chicago to Lake in the Hills bus arrive?

Chicago to Lake in the Hills bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago to Lake in the Hills train arrive?

Chicago to Lake in the Hills train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Crystal Lake station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Lake in the Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Lake in the Hills is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Chicago to Lake in the Hills.

Where can I stay near Lake in the Hills?

There are 58+ hotels available in Lake in the Hills.

Chicago to Lake in the Hills - 5 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Lake in the Hills by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
2h 27m
$7–10
Line 56 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Dearborn/State to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
3h 31m
$8–12
Drive 44.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Lake in the Hillscar 44.5 mi
57 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Lake in the Hillstaxi 44.5 mi
57 min
$140–170
Train, line 550 bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 to Randall Rd & Acorn Lnbus 550
2h 37m
$8–10

Chicago to Lake in the Hills by train and bus

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Distance: 49.4 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Lake in the Hills, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Lake hourly. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison & Dearborn/State to Randall Rd & Acorn Ln via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Jefferson Park, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 3h 31m.

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