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

From Wheaton to Crystal Lake by bus and train

To get from Wheaton to Crystal Lake in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Geneva station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 801 bus and finally take the 550 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to Crystal Lake Metra Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.05.

126min$6.05
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 801
801
Bus - 550
550
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #21| Elburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra Station
    ID 11837
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
    ID 37480
    36 min
  • 7
    Bus - 550550
    Wait for bus
    550
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Crystal Lake Metra Station
    Ride to bus station
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wheaton to Crystal Lake

The distance between Wheaton, Chicago and Crystal Lake, Chicago is approximately 44.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wheaton 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 Wheaton

Wheaton is located at Wheaton, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is College Ave.

Train stations close to Wheaton:

  • College Ave
  • Glen Ellyn
  • Wheaton

Bus stations close to Wheaton:

  • Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
  • West St & Indiana St
  • West St & Front St

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.

Train stations close to Crystal Lake:

  • Crystal Lake
  • Pingree Road

Bus stations close to Crystal Lake:

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

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line UP-W, Bus line 801, Bus line 550.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

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

    The UP-W train line goes from Wheaton station near Wheaton to #21| Elburn station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till #21| Elburn station near Crystal Lake in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Wheaton and Crystal Lake in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the UP-W train from the Wheaton station near Wheaton in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #21| Elburn stop, which is closest to Crystal Lake in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Wheaton to Crystal Lake costs $6.05.