How to get from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train?

From Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MD-N train from Northbrook station to Edgebrook station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 85A bus 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 27 min. The ride fare is $9.75. The bus and train schedule from Northbrook may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to City of Crystal Lake on the Moovit app.

147min$9.75
Train - MD-NMD-N
Bus - 85A
85A
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to City of Crystal Lake
Leaves from Northbrook

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Northbrook
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edgebrook
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lehigh & Devon (Se)
    ID 11677
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 85A85A
    Wait for bus
    85A
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jefferson Park
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    67 min
  • 10
    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 Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake

The distance between Northbrook and City of Crystal Lake is approximately 46.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northbrook 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 Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake

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

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line MD-N, Bus line 85A, Train line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct train between Northbrook and City of Crystal Lake?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake?

    The MD-N train line goes from Edgebrook station near Northbrook in Northbrook to Lehigh & Devon (Se) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Lehigh & Devon (Se) station near City of Crystal Lake.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Northbrook and City of Crystal Lake by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Northbrook to get to City of Crystal Lake?

    Get on the MD-N train from the Edgebrook station near Northbrook in Northbrook.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Northbrook and City of Crystal Lake?

    Get off the train at the Lehigh & Devon (Se) station, which is closest to City of Crystal Lake.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake?

    The ride from Northbrook to City of Crystal Lake costs $9.75.

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