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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake is to bus and train which costs $35 - $70 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Chicago Bus Station, Rosemont CTA Station and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Indianapolis and Crystal Lake is 230 miles. The road distance is 227.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 51m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

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

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 6:55 PM in Indianapolis and 5:55 PM in Crystal Lake.

Where does the Indianapolis to Crystal Lake train arrive?

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Crystal Lake is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 78+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
5h 51m
$39–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
7h 47m
$36–62
Train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
7h 5m
$73–140
Drive 226.5 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Crystal Lakecar 226.5 mi
4h 12m
$42–60
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
5h 25m
$429–1,314
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
5h 37m
$55–335
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
6h 52m
$61–272
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FWA - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
6h 56m
$74–308

Indianapolis to Crystal Lake by bus and train

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Distance: 229 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 7h 47m.

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