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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Crystal Lake is to train which costs $26 - $55 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Mattoon and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Mattoon station to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Mattoon to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Mattoon and Crystal Lake is 217 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $26 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Mattoon to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mattoon to Crystal Lake train from?

Mattoon to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mattoon Amtrak Station.

Where does the Mattoon to Crystal Lake train arrive?

Mattoon to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Mattoon to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Crystal Lake is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Mattoon to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 56+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

Mattoon to Crystal Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mattoon to Crystal Lake by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, taxi, 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.

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1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal Laketrain Up-Nw
5h 26m
$27–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mallbus Champaign to Chicago via shopping areas NB / ...
8h 9m
$52–74
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Mattoon to Crystal Lakecar 206 mi
4h 21m
$38–55
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Mattoon to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
4h 36m
$142–357
Train to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
3. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Laketrain
5h 30m
$58–263

Mattoon to Crystal Lake by train and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 5h 26m.

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