How to get from Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills by bus and train?

From Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills by bus and train

To get from Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-NW train from Crystal Lake station to Mt. Prospect station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 234 bus and finally take the 272 bus from Milwaukee Ave & Shadow Bend Dr (N) station to Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $6.05.

148min$6.05
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 234
234
Bus - 272
272
Walk to Vernon Hills
Leaves from Crystal Lake

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Crystal Lake
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #640| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mt. Prospect
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northwest Hwy./Main
    ID 22476
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 234234
    Wait for bus
    234
    920 Deerfield Pkwy
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Milwaukee Ave & Shadow Bend Dr (N)
    ID 17979
    33 min
  • 7
    Bus - 272272
    Wait for bus
    272
    Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
    ID 18016
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Vernon Hills
    Walk to
    Vernon Hills
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills

The distance between Crystal Lake, Chicago and Vernon Hills, Chicago is approximately 43.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills 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 Crystal Lake

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
  • Grant/Rail Road
  • Woodstock/Grant

Public transit stations close to Vernon Hills, Chicago

Vernon Hills is located at Vernon Hills, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Milwaukee Ave & Townline Rd.

Train stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Mundelein
  • Vernon Hills

Bus stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Milwaukee Ave & Townline Rd
  • 701 N Milwaukee Ave
  • Milwaukee Ave & Ring Dr

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line 234, Bus line 272.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

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

    The UP-NW train line goes from Crystal Lake station near Crystal Lake to #640| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till #640| Chicago Otc station near Vernon Hills in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Crystal Lake and Vernon Hills in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 28 min.

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

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Crystal Lake station near Crystal Lake in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #640| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Vernon Hills in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Crystal Lake to Vernon Hills costs $6.05.