How to get from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

From Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 8 bus from Halsted & 47th Street (North) station to Halsted & Madison (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 20 bus and finally take the UP-NW train from Chicago Otc station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Halsted & 47th Street (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to City of Crystal Lake on the Moovit app.

146min

UP-NW

Leaves from Halsted & 47th Street (North)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Halsted & 47th Street (North)
ID 5086
50 yd • 1 min
2
8
Wait for bus
8
Halsted & Waveland/Broadway Terminal (East)
3
Ride to bus station
Halsted & Madison (North)
ID 440
39 min
4
20
Wait for bus
20
Washington & Wabash (East)
5
Ride to bus station
Washington & Canal (East)
ID 443
5 min
6
Walk to train station
Chicago Otc
20 yd • 1 min
7
UP-NW
Wait for train
UP-NW
#621| Crystal Lake
8
Ride to train station
Crystal Lake
85 min
9
Walk to
City of Crystal Lake
480 yd • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake

The distance between Halsted & 47th Street (South) and City of Crystal Lake is approximately 49.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Crystal Lake – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake

To check the bus and train schedule from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Halsted & 47th Street (South)) and destination (City of Crystal Lake), 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 Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake?
The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Bus line 8, Bus line 20, Train line UP-NW.
Is there a direct bus between Halsted & 47th Street (South) and City of Crystal Lake?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.
Which bus line goes from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake?
The 8 bus line goes from Halsted & 47th Street (North) station near Halsted & 47th Street (South) in Chicago to Halsted & Madison (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Halsted & Madison (North) station near City of Crystal Lake.
How long does it take to travel from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?
The total travel time between Halsted & 47th Street (South) and City of Crystal Lake by bus and train is about 2 hr 26 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Halsted & 47th Street (South) to get to City of Crystal Lake?
Get on the 8 bus from the Halsted & 47th Street (North) stop near Halsted & 47th Street (South) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Halsted & 47th Street (South) and City of Crystal Lake?
Get off the bus at the Halsted & Madison (North) station, which is closest to City of Crystal Lake.

Last updated on October 31, 2026

How to get from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

From Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train

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Public transit directions from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake

Bus And Train schedule from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake

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What is the fastest way to get from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake?

Is there a direct bus between Halsted & 47th Street (South) and City of Crystal Lake?

Which bus line goes from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake?

How long does it take to travel from Halsted & 47th Street (South) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

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