How to get from 79th to City of Crystal Lake by Chicago 'L' and train?

79th to City of Crystal Lake - Chicago 'L' Schedule

The RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th to City of Crystal Lake usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 79th to City of Crystal Lake by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from 79th to City of Crystal Lake you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one train line: take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th station to Lake (Red) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-NW train from Jefferson Park station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 79th may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to City of Crystal Lake on the Moovit app.

139min
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to City of Crystal Lake
Leaves from 79th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    79th
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Lake (Red)
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    28 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    67 min
  • 9
    Walk to City of Crystal Lake
    Walk to
    City of Crystal Lake
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 79th to City of Crystal Lake

The distance between 79th and City of Crystal Lake is approximately 53.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th to City of Crystal Lake by Chicago 'L' and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Crystal Lake – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Train schedule from 79th to City of Crystal Lake

To check the Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 79th to City of Crystal Lake using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th) and destination (City of Crystal Lake), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' 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 Chicago 'L' and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 79th to City of Crystal Lake?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Train line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between 79th and City of Crystal Lake?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from 79th to City of Crystal Lake?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Lake (Red) station near 79th in Chicago to Washington-Blue station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one train line till Washington-Blue station near City of Crystal Lake.

  • How long does it take to travel from 79th to City of Crystal Lake by Chicago 'L' and train?

    The total travel time between 79th and City of Crystal Lake by Chicago 'L' and train is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near 79th to get to City of Crystal Lake?

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the Lake (Red) station near 79th in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between 79th and City of Crystal Lake?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Washington-Blue station, which is closest to City of Crystal Lake.

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