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

The cheapest way to get from Petoskey to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Petoskey to Crystal Lake is to fly and train which takes 4h 10m and costs $110 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Petoskey and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Petoskey to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Petoskey and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Jefferson & Washington, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Petoskey to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Petoskey and Crystal Lake is 361 miles. The road distance is 410 miles.

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

The best way to get from Petoskey to Crystal Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 46m and costs $100 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Petoskey to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

Petoskey to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Petoskey station.

Where does the Petoskey to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Petoskey to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at East Lansing station.

What is the time difference between Petoskey and Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is 1h behind Petoskey. It is currently 11:27 AM in Petoskey and 10:27 AM in Crystal Lake.

Can I drive from Petoskey to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Petoskey to Crystal Lake is 410 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Petoskey to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 97+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Petoskey to Crystal Lake by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Pellston (PLN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PLN - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
4h 10m
$110–353
Drive 407.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petoskey to Crystal Lakecar 407.6 mi
7h 11m
$75–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Petoskey to East Lansingbus
2. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
11h 46m
$109–218
Bus, train via Grand Rapids
1. Take the bus from Petoskey to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
13h 24m
$99–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petoskey to East Lansingbus
2. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
13h 40m
$118–190
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Petoskey, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
13h 58m
$82–148

Pellston (PLN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 359.3 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Petoskey to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Petoskey, East Lansing, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Jefferson & Washington, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Jefferson Park, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 13h 40m.

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