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

From Riverdale to City of Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from Riverdale to City of Crystal Lake you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ME train from Riverdale station to Van Buren St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 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 50 min. The ride fare is $12.75. The bus and train schedule from Riverdale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to City of Crystal Lake on the Moovit app.

170min$12.75
Train - MEME
Bus - J14
J14
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to City of Crystal Lake
Leaves from Riverdale

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Riverdale
  • 2
    Train - MEME
    Wait for train
    ME
    #112| Millennium Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Jackson (North)
    ID 76
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Madison & Jefferson (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 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
    85 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 Riverdale to City of Crystal Lake

The distance between Riverdale and City of Crystal Lake is approximately 61.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverdale 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 Riverdale to City of Crystal Lake

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

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Train line ME, Bus line J14, Train line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct train between Riverdale 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 50 min.

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

    The ME train line goes from Van Buren St. station near Riverdale in Riverdale to Michigan & Jackson (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Michigan & Jackson (North) station near City of Crystal Lake.

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

    The total travel time between Riverdale and City of Crystal Lake by train and bus is about 2 hr 50 min.

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

    Get on the ME train from the Van Buren St. station near Riverdale in Riverdale.

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

    Get off the train at the Michigan & Jackson (North) station, which is closest to City of Crystal Lake.

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

    The ride from Riverdale to City of Crystal Lake costs $12.75.

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