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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Princeton to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Princeton and Crystal Lake is 149 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $40 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Princeton to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Princeton to Crystal Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Crystal Lake is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Princeton to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 91+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Princeton to Crystal Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Crystal Lake by train (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
4h 26m
$43–80
Drive 107.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Crystal Lakecar 107.8 mi
2h 19m
$20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to La Grange Amtraktrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
5h 17m
$33–65

Princeton to Crystal Lake by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 26m.

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