How to get from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake - Bus Schedule

The 21 bus from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake runs from 4:57 AM to 10:20 PM, with departures every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 7 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21 bus from North Riverside Mall (East) station to Cermak & Laflin (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 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 3 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from North Riverside Mall (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to City of Crystal Lake on the Moovit app.

187min
Bus - 21
21
Bus - 60
60
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to City of Crystal Lake
Leaves from North Riverside Mall (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    25th Street & Michigan (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak & Laflin (East)
    ID 6938
    48 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 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
    85 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 North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake

The distance between North Riverside Mall (East) and City of Crystal Lake is approximately 54.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 187 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Riverside Mall (East) 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 North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake

To check the bus and train schedule from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Riverside Mall (East)) 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 North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake?

    The fastest way takes 187 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 60, Train line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Riverside Mall (East) 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 3 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake?

    The 21 bus line goes from Cermak & Laflin (East) station near North Riverside Mall (East) in North Riverside to Washington & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Washington & Canal (East) station near City of Crystal Lake.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Riverside Mall (East) to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

    The total travel time between North Riverside Mall (East) and City of Crystal Lake by bus and train is about 3 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Riverside Mall (East) to get to City of Crystal Lake?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Cermak & Laflin (East) stop near North Riverside Mall (East) in North Riverside.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Riverside Mall (East) and City of Crystal Lake?

    Get off the bus at the Washington & Canal (East) station, which is closest to City of Crystal Lake.

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