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

The cheapest way to get from Macomb to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macomb to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Macomb and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Macomb station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Macomb Station and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Macomb to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Macomb and Crystal Lake is 296 miles. The road distance is 224.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macomb to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs $90 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Macomb to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Macomb to Crystal Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macomb to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Macomb to Crystal Lake is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Macomb to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 91+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Macomb to Crystal Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Macomb to Crystal Lake by train (Amtrak), car, taxi, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macomb Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
5h 37m
$90–176
Drive 223.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macomb to Crystal Lakecar 223.5 mi
4h 11m
$41–59
Taxi to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Macomb to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)taxi
2. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BRL - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
4h 57m
$180–281
Train, taxi to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Macomb Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the taxi from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SouthPark Mall Sheltertaxi
3. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
4. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
6h 41m
$186–441
Train to Quincy Regional Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Macomb Station to Quincy Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane UIN - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
6h 8m
$120–229

Macomb to Crystal Lake by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Macomb Station to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 37m.

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