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

The cheapest way to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake is to bus and train which costs $40 - $75 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake is to taxi and fly and train which takes 4h 18m and costs $180 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Jackson and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Jackson station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Jackson Station and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Jefferson & Washington, Rosemont CTA Station and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Jackson and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Jackson station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Jackson Station and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Jackson to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Jackson and Crystal Lake is 250 miles. The road distance is 255.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $75 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

Jackson to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jackson Station.

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

Jackson to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jackson Station.

Train or bus from Jackson to Crystal Lake?

The best way to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Jackson to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Jackson to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Jackson and Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is 1h behind Jackson. It is currently 6:29 PM in Jackson and 5:29 PM in Crystal Lake.

Where does the Jackson to Crystal Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jackson to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Jackson to Crystal Lake is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Jackson to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 90+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Jackson to Crystal Lake - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Jackson to Crystal Lake by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
5h 46m
$75–146
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Jackson Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
7h 33m
$41–71
Drive 253.6 mi
1. Drive from Jackson to Crystal Lakecar 253.6 mi
4h 29m
$47–67
Taxi to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Jackson to Lansing-Airport-LANtaxi
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
4h 18m
$189–480
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jackson Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
8h 3m
$79–113
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
6h 54m
$160–707
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Jackson Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
7h 10m
$161–518

Jackson to Crystal Lake by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.2 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Jackson Station to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jackson Station to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Chicago Union Station, Jefferson & Washington, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Jefferson Park, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 8h 3m.

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