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How to get fromShedd Aquarium to Crystal Lakeby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Lake by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 130 bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium to Clinton & Washingtonbus bus 130
    2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain train Up-Nw
    2h 26m
    $8–10

  2. Drive 49.1 mi

    1. Drive from Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Lakecar car 49.1 mi
    1h 4m
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Laketaxi taxi 49.1 mi
    1h 4m
    $150–190

Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Lake by foot, bus, and train

Calendar151Weekly Services
Duration2h 26mAverage Duration
Ticket$8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 46.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Lake. However, you can walk to Solidarity Drive & Aquarium, take the line 130 bus to Clinton & Washington, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Crystal Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Shedd Aquarium to Crystal Lake in around 1h 4m.

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