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

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Lake to Madison is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crystal Lake to Madison is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Crystal Lake and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Crystal Lake station to Madison. However, there are services departing from Crystal Lake Metra Station and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, Rosemont CTA Station and Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Crystal Lake to Madison?

The distance between Crystal Lake and Madison is 167 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Crystal Lake to Madison without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Crystal Lake to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crystal Lake to Madison bus from?

Crystal Lake to Madison bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride station.

Where does the Crystal Lake to Madison bus arrive?

Crystal Lake to Madison bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.

Can I drive from Crystal Lake to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Lake to Madison is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Crystal Lake to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 142+ hotels available in Madison.

Crystal Lake to Madison - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Crystal Lake to Madison by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
4h 47m
$26–49
Drive 94.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Crystal Lake to Madisoncar 94.2 mi
2h 1m
$18–25
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
4h 17m
$65–424
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 605
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
5h 46m
$24–46

Crystal Lake to Madison by train and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.2 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Crystal Lake, IL, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Crystal Lake Metra Station to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, Rosemont CTA Station, and Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility in around 5h 46m.

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