What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake is to bus and train which costs $40 - $70 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake is to fly and train which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $380.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Cincinnati and Crystal Lake is 341 miles. The road distance is 336.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 4m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 7:51 PM in Cincinnati and 6:51 PM in Crystal Lake.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Crystal Lake is 336 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 84+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Cincinnati to Crystal Lake - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
8h 4m
$44–70
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
10h 35m
$62–133
Drive 334.3 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Crystal Lakecar 334.3 mi
5h 59m
$61–89
Fly Covington to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
5h 30m
$58–374
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LEX - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
5h 31m
$73–365
Fly Covington to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
5h 45m
$94–614
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SDF - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
5h 58m
$97–521
Bus to Indianapolis, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
7h 57m
$122–416
Bus to Dayton, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
8h 6m
$90–416
Bus to Indianapolis, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain
8h 14m
$73–437

Cincinnati to Crystal Lake by bus and train

6Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake.

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Distance: 338.6 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Crystal Lake, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Jefferson & Harrison, take the line 60 bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Crystal Lake. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Crystal Lake via Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 10h 35m.

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