How to get from North Chicago to Crystal Lake by train?

From North Chicago to Crystal Lake by train

To get from North Chicago to Crystal Lake in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Great Lakes station to Clybourn station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Clybourn station to Crystal Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $7.50.

181min$7.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Crystal Lake
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    0.58 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clybourn
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #621| Crystal Lake
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crystal Lake
    97 min
  • 6
    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 North Chicago to Crystal Lake

The distance between North Chicago, Chicago and Crystal Lake, Chicago is approximately 70.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Chicago to Crystal Lake by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to North Chicago

North Chicago is located at North Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Buckley Rd & Lewis Ave.

Train stations close to North Chicago:

  • Great Lakes
  • North Chicago
  • Lake Bluff

Bus stations close to North Chicago:

  • Buckley Rd & Lewis Ave
  • Lewis Ave & Langley St/Thresher St
  • Buckley Road & Kansas St/Illinois St

Public transit stations close to Crystal Lake, Chicago

Crystal Lake is located at Crystal Lake, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Main/Gates.

Train stations close to Crystal Lake:

  • Pingree Road
  • Crystal Lake

Bus stations close to Crystal Lake:

  • Main/Gates
  • Gates/Main
  • Grant/Railroad St.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct train between North Chicago and Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from North Chicago to Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Great Lakes station near North Chicago to #322| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #322| Chicago Otc station near Crystal Lake in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between North Chicago and Crystal Lake in Chicago by train is about 3 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near North Chicago to get to Crystal Lake in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-N train from the Great Lakes station near North Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #322| Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Crystal Lake in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from North Chicago to Crystal Lake?

    The ride from North Chicago to Crystal Lake costs $7.50.

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