What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake is to fly and train which takes 4h 7m and costs $80 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Uptown Station, Northwest Transportation Center and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Des Moines and Crystal Lake is 353 miles. The road distance is 310.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 8m and costs $60 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Crystal Lake bus from?

Des Moines to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Des Moines to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Crystal Lake is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Des Moines to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 97+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Crystal Lake by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
4h 7m
$81–395
Drive 308.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Crystal Lakecar 308.6 mi
5h 26m
$57–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
9h 8m
$63–94
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
4h 24m
$97–496
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
10h 30m
$82–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mallbus Peoria line
12h 36m
$95–138

Des Moines to Crystal Lake by bus and train

19Weekly Services

9h 8mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.8 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Crystal Lake, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Bloomington-Normal, Uptown Station, Woodfield Mall, Northwest Transportation Center, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 12h 36m.

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