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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Crystal Lake is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Crystal Lake is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Normal and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Crystal Lake station. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Crystal Lake Metra Station via Northwest Transportation Center and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Crystal Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Crystal Lake. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Crystal Lake via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Normal to Crystal Lake?

The distance between Normal and Crystal Lake is 168 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Crystal Lake without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $20 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Normal to Crystal Lake, including transfers.

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

Normal to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

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

Normal to Crystal Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to Crystal Lake?

The best way to get from Normal to Crystal Lake is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $20 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Normal to Crystal Lake bus arrive?

Normal to Crystal Lake bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Normal to Crystal Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Crystal Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Crystal Lake is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Normal to Crystal Lake.

Where can I stay near Crystal Lake?

There are 75+ hotels available in Crystal Lake.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Normal to Crystal Lake by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal LakeUp-Nw
4h 18m
$21–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield MallPeoria line
5h 38m
$48–65
Drive 138.6 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Crystal Lake138.6 mi
2h 50m
$26–37
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Crystal Lake
4h 57m
$35–232
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Crystal LakeUp-Nw
7h 38m
$38–58

Normal to Crystal Lake by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Crystal Lake via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 3h.

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