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

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Ottawa is to drive which costs $13 - $21 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Ottawa is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $13 - $21.

How far is it from Crystal Lake to Ottawa?

The distance between Crystal Lake and Ottawa is 156 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Crystal Lake to Ottawa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 27m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Crystal Lake to Ottawa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Crystal Lake to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Lake to Ottawa is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Crystal Lake to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 35+ hotels available in Ottawa.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
4h 27m
$110–160
Drive 76.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Crystal Lake to Ottawacar 76.1 mi
1h 47m
$14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
6h 41m
$77–110

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Distance: 155.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

There is no direct connection from Crystal Lake to Ottawa. However, you can take the train to Chicago OTC, walk to Madison & Canal, take the line 60 bus to Clinton & Jackson, walk to Chicago Union Station, take the train to Mendota Station, then take the taxi to Ottawa. Alternatively, you can take a train from Crystal Lake to Ottawa via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Harrison & Jefferson, Chicago Bus Station, and Oglesby in around 6h 41m.

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