How to get from Fox Lake to Chicago by bus and train?

From Fox Lake to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Fox Lake to Chicago you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 806 bus from Lakeland Plaza station to Grant/Railroad St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-NW train and finally take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $11.00. The bus and train schedule from Fox Lake may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

191min$11.00
Bus - 806
806
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Lakeland Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Fox Lake
  • 2
    Bus - 806806
    Wait for bus
    806
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grant/Railroad St.
    ID 34115
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Crystal Lake
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #644| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Fox Lake to Chicago

The distance between Fox Lake and Chicago is approximately 68.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 191 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fox Lake to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Fox Lake to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Fox Lake to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fox Lake) and destination (Chicago), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Fox Lake to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 191 minutes, using Bus line 806, Train line UP-NW, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct bus between Fox Lake and Chicago in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Fox Lake to Chicago in Chicago?

    The 806 bus line goes from Grant/Railroad St. station near Fox Lake in Chicago to Crystal Lake station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Crystal Lake station near Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Fox Lake to Chicago in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Fox Lake and Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Fox Lake to get to Chicago in Chicago?

    Get on the 806 bus from the Grant/Railroad St. stop near Fox Lake in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Fox Lake and Chicago in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Crystal Lake stop, which is closest to Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Fox Lake to Chicago in Chicago?

    The first train from Fox Lake to Chicago in Chicago is Milwaukee North. It leaves the Fox Lake station at 12:38 AM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Fox Lake to Chicago?

    The ride from Fox Lake to Chicago costs $11.00.

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