What is the cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake is to bus and line 607 bus and line 550 bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

The fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 1h and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Northwestern University and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Northwestern University station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Davis CTA Station and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Northwest Transportation Center and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Northwestern University and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Crystal Lake via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Northwestern University and Crystal Lake is 39 miles. The road distance is 39 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 16m and costs $6 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Crystal Lake bus from?

Northwestern University to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Davis CTA Station.

Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Crystal Lake train from?

Northwestern University to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Metra, depart from Clybourn station.

Train or bus from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

The best way to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus and line 607 bus and line 550 bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Northwestern University to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Northwestern University to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Northwest Transportation Center station.

Where does the Northwestern University to Crystal Lake train arrive?

Northwestern University to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Crystal Lake station.

Can I drive from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Northwestern University to Crystal Lake is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

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There are 5 ways to get from Northwestern University to Crystal Lake by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Davis CTA Station to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2. Take the train from Des Plaines to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
2h 16m
$6–9
Bus, line 607 bus, line 550 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Davis CTA Station to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 208
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 607
3. Take the bus from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride to Main St & Crystal Lake Avbus 550
4h 4m
$5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Clybourn to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
2h 28m
$6–8
Drive 38.8 mi
1. Drive from Northwestern University to Crystal Lakecar 38.8 mi
1h
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northwestern University to Crystal Laketaxi 38.8 mi
1h
$120–150

Northwestern University to Crystal Lake by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 38.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Metra operates a train from Clybourn to Crystal Lake hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Northwestern University to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Davis CTA Station, Northwest Transportation Center, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 4h 4m.

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