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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake is to fly and train which takes 3h 49m and costs $65 - $380.

How far is it from Lansing to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Lansing and Crystal Lake is 230 miles. The road distance is 263.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs $35 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lansing and Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 3:23 AM in Lansing and 2:23 AM in Crystal Lake.

Can I drive from Lansing to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Crystal Lake is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Lansing to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 68+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Lansing to Crystal Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake by plane, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)LAN - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Lake
3h 49m
$65–371
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal LakeUp-Nw
7h
$36–123
Drive 261.8 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to Crystal Lake261.8 mi
4h 35m
$48–69

Lansing to Crystal Lake by bus, train, and foot

7Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lansing to Crystal Lake.

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Lansing, MI, USA and Crystal Lake, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Crystal Lake via East Lansing, MI, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago OTC in around 7h.

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