How to get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake by bus and train?

From Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 96 bus from Mccormick & Pratt station to Touhy/Francisco station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 290 bus and finally take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $6.30.

133min$6.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 96
96
Bus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Crystal Lake
Leaves from Mccormick & Pratt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mccormick & Pratt
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Touhy/Francisco
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Francisco
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    77 min
  • 10
    Walk to Crystal Lake
    Walk to
    Crystal Lake
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake by bus and train via 290 and UP-NW

To get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy/Mccormick station to Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

126min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Crystal Lake
Leaves from Touhy/Mccormick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Mccormick
    ID 22195
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Lake
    Walk to
    Crystal Lake
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake

The distance between Lincolnwood, Chicago and Crystal Lake, Chicago is approximately 37.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 133 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Lincolnwood

Lincolnwood is located at Lincolnwood, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Mccormick & Pratt.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Howard
  • Jarvis

Train stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Peterson/Ridge
  • Rogers Park

Bus stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Mccormick & Pratt
  • Mccormick/Northeast Pkwy.
  • Mall Exit Dr./Mccormick

Public transit stations close to Crystal Lake, Chicago

Crystal Lake is located at Crystal Lake, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Crystal Lake Metra Station.

Train stations close to Crystal Lake:

  • Pingree Road
  • Crystal Lake

Bus stations close to Crystal Lake:

  • Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • Main/Gates
  • Gates/Main

Related Routes

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake by bus and train via 290 and UP-NW

To get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy/Mccormick station to Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

126min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Crystal Lake
Leaves from Touhy/Mccormick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Mccormick
    ID 22195
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Lake
    Walk to
    Crystal Lake
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake?

    The fastest way takes 133 minutes, using Bus line 96, Bus line 290, Bus line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake?

    The alternative route takes 126 minutes, using Bus line 290, Bus line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lincolnwood and Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    The 96 bus line goes from Mccormick & Pratt station near Lincolnwood to Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station near Crystal Lake in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Lincolnwood and Crystal Lake in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lincolnwood to get to Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    Get on the 96 bus from the Mccormick & Pratt stop near Lincolnwood in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lincolnwood and Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station, which is closest to Crystal Lake in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake?

    The ride from Lincolnwood to Crystal Lake costs $6.30.

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