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

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Galena is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Galena is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Crystal Lake and Galena?

No, there is no direct bus from Crystal Lake to Galena. However, there are services departing from Main St & Crystal Lake Av and arriving at Dubuque via Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Crystal Lake to Galena?

The distance between Crystal Lake and Galena is 283 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Crystal Lake to Galena without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 52m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Crystal Lake to Galena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crystal Lake to Galena bus from?

Crystal Lake to Galena bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride station.

Where does the Crystal Lake to Galena bus arrive?

Crystal Lake to Galena bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D.

Can I drive from Crystal Lake to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Lake to Galena is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Crystal Lake to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 118+ hotels available in Galena.

Crystal Lake to Galena - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Des Plainestrain
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
8h 52m
$111–159
Drive 121.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Crystal Lake to Galenacar 121.1 mi
2h 32m
$23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride to Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop Dbus 605
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
9h 46m
$109–156

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Distance: 281.6 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Main St & Crystal Lake Av to Galena via Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, Madison, and Dubuque in around 9h 46m.

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