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

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Crete is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Crete is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Crystal Lake and Crete?

No, there is no direct train from Crystal Lake to Crete. However, there are services departing from Crystal Lake and arriving at 211th St. via Millennium Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Crystal Lake to Crete?

The distance between Crystal Lake and Crete is 79 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Crystal Lake to Crete without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Crystal Lake to Crete, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crystal Lake to Crete train from?

Crystal Lake to Crete train services, operated by Metra, depart from Crystal Lake station.

Where does the Crystal Lake to Crete train arrive?

Crystal Lake to Crete train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Crystal Lake to Crete?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Lake to Crete is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Crystal Lake to Crete.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 95+ hotels available in Crete.

Crystal Lake to Crete - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 352 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Crystal Lake to Crete by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Millennium Station to 211th St.train Me
3h 21m
$37–45
Drive 74.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Crystal Lake to Cretecar 74.4 mi
1h 40m
$14–20
Train, line 352 bus
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Pace Chicago Hgts Terminal Bay 2bus 352
3h 26m
$29–38

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Crystal Lake to Crete via Chicago OTC, Washington & Canal, Randolph & Michigan, Millennium Station, and 211th St. in around 3h 21m.

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