What is the cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus?

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus is to train and bus via Columbus - Mound St which costs $35 - $90 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus?

The fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $550 - $950.

How far is it from Crystal Lake to Columbus?

The distance between Crystal Lake and Columbus is 357 miles. The road distance is 359 miles.

How do I travel from Crystal Lake to Columbus without a car?

The best way to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Crystal Lake and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Crystal Lake. It is currently 3:37 AM in Crystal Lake and 4:37 AM in Columbus.

Can I drive from Crystal Lake to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Lake to Columbus is 359 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Crystal Lake to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 551+ hotels available in Columbus.

Crystal Lake to Columbus - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Crystal Lake to Columbus by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane ORD - CMH
5h 6m
$560–915
Train, bus via Columbus - Mound St
cheapest
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Columbus - Mound Stbus Chicago
10h 25m
$39–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
9h 55m
$64–105
Train, bus via Toledo
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Toledotrain
3. Take the bus from Toledo to Columbus - Mound Stbus
10h 18m
$99–210
Drive 356.9 mi
1. Drive from Crystal Lake to Columbuscar 356.9 mi
7h 16m
$66–95
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane MDW - CMH
5h 38m
$95–565

Crystal Lake to Columbus by train and bus

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 355.1 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Crystal Lake, IL, USA and Columbus, OH, USA?

There is no direct connection from Crystal Lake to Columbus. However, you can take the train to Irving Park, walk to Irving Park-Blue, take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), walk to John Glenn Columbus Intnl Airport (CMH), then take the line 7 bus to E Spring St & Neilston St. Alternatively, you can take a train from Crystal Lake to Columbus via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Harrison & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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