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

The cheapest way to get from Racine to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Racine to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Racine and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Racine to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Marquette and 6th and arriving at Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Mitchell Airport, Rosemont CTA Station and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Racine and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Racine to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Kenosha and arriving at Crystal Lake via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Racine to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Racine and Crystal Lake is 99 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Racine to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $11 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Racine to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

Racine to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, depart from Mitchell Airport station.

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

Racine to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Metra, depart from Kenosha station.

Train or bus from Racine to Crystal Lake?

The best way to get from Racine to Crystal Lake is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $11 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $60 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Racine to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Racine to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures station.

Where does the Racine to Crystal Lake train arrive?

Racine to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Racine to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Racine to Crystal Lake is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Racine to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 78+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

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There are 3 ways to get from Racine to Crystal Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Clybourntrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
4h 29m
$12–19
Drive 52.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Racine to Crystal Lakecar 52.7 mi
1h 26m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
5h 34m
$45–59

Racine to Crystal Lake by bus and train

45Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Racine Street and 14th Street to Crystal Lake via Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street, Kenosha, and Clybourn in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marquette and 6th to Main St & Crystal Lake Av via Mitchell Airport, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 5h 34m.

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