I forgot to check for public bathrooms but, there is a mini mart here that sells food and basic…read moresupplies which is a nice convenience. The station is decent considering how some Metra stations can be. The buses go here, though I decided to take a Lyft to my final destination and the pick up was a breeze from their large accessible parking lot. According to the Metra website, there are no ticket machines here either (I forgot to verify). Plus it doesn't run on weekends which is a big bummer, and sometimes the trains only run to Waukegan instead of all the way to Kenosha so you have to carefully check schedules.

This review is for the rail nerds who might use Yelp, I can't be the only one. The Kenosha Metra…read morestation is the only Wi Metra station and as far north as Metra goes, the end of the line. Since it's the end of the line it has a small yard that stores the trains when not in service. As far as action goes it's pretty boring but since it's the end of the line but you can catch them stacking up or leaving the pool as they start up and shut sown for the day. You can check the Metra schedule for arrival and departure times for photos or videos. Since the Metra station is not super active on the weekends the bonus is that the Kenosha street car stops here plenty of times and will take you to the lake, museum, harbor and through a sliver of the down town for you to ride of for pictures and videos. There is plenty of public viewing access with out trespassing and you can walk in the station for platform viewing. The station was useful to me when I lived in Kenosha for people to visit me from Chicago but those days are over since I moved, now it's the Amtrak intermodal station for my needs.

Highly recommend taking the Amtrak for your trips. Getting to and from the Milwaukee Intermodal…read morestation is so easy. I luckily scootered from my apartment, but you can walk, lyft/uber, or even take the hop! Quick in and out, and the trains are amazing and spacious. I took it to St. Paul and had so much space to lounge and relax.

The Milwaukee Intermodal station reminds me of a mini airport! It's very clean, airy, bright & well…read moremaintained (but no wifi). Pretty & comfortable waiting area at the front & a pickup lane for cars coming to get passengers -this can get a bit congested so it's best to have good communication with someone coming to get you when your train is about to arrive. The staff on site are pretty polite & the workers at the track are very "go, go, go!", as you can imagine. There isn't a lot of time wasted when your train stops & you need to get off fast, which can be tricky sometimes on a double decker train! It's a little odd getting off of the train onto the street, as it requires going up an escalator, walking over the trains & then taking an escalator (or stairs) back down again. I'd also consider it a pretty child-friendly station, as it's not as gigantic as Union Station in Chicago. Also a stop for the Megabus, which partners with Amtrak regionally, which does a lot of trips to Madison or Chicago. I've used the Megabus before & while it's okay, there's no replacing the comfort & views via train. The fare is actually comparable. Excellent & affordable way to travel between Chicago and Milwaukee, via the comfy Hiawatha train. I used to do it every weekend in college. It also has been serving me great taking the Empire Builder or Borealis train from the Wisconsin Dells station to Milwaukee for a decent price, as long as you book it in advance you can get a good deal!

Peaceful! This…read moresmaller Amtrak station is great for trying to make a day trip to Chicago. You can go into the city while relaxing and not stressing about traffic or how to get from one point to the next. Their is a decent amount of parking around the station and I always opt for street as it's a nice budget friendly option. The staff here is extremely helpful and are nice. Overall, a much better experience than driving.

Excellent Amtrak train station. Beautiful Prairie style building that blends into the wonderfully…read morelandscaped grounds. This station actually won some award for its landscaping! It has everything you need; bathrooms, a ticket vending machine, a regular food-drink vending machine and seating.

Clean train station with easy access to the downtown area. Plenty of parking nearby. Definitely…read moreideal for commuters.

For many commuters, this station is not very far from the Pingree station, also located in Crystal…read moreLake. That said, unless you're coming from the east, you should really be using this station. I value the Crystal Lake station for several reasons: * Ample parking spaces, whether adjacent or right across Main Street * Convenient automated payment options: cash, credit, or commuter card * It has an agent who can answer all your questions and sell you the ticket you actually need (plus you pay less if you buy from the agent) * It's close to the end of the line, which means more seat availability inbound to Chicago * It has several convenient scheduling options to and from Chicago * And lastly, there are two coffee shops within 50 feet of the station: Trax, which is in the station itself, and Grounds Coffee Bar, which is immediately north of the station One other note is that the conductors who run these lines have been really friendly, and I have really been on every train in the morning from the 606-636, and outbound from 625-663. If you've been a loyal Pingree user, or if you're thinking about commuting, you should definitely try the Crystal Lake station!

Harvard Metra is a small station that's easy to get to if you want to take the train in to Chicago…read moreinstead of driving. It's small but offers a fair amount of parking, including overnight parking in the far lot. Off-street parking is only $2 a day and payable at machines near the station. On our last visit, only one machine was working, which caused the line to backup when the train was already waiting in the station. There's not always a ticket agent on duty (if not, you can buy yours on the train), but in my experience the building has been open if you need the restroom. There's also a small coffee stand if you want to grab a beverage on your way to the city. The station is pretty small, so if you arrive early I'd recommend either hanging out in your car or walking over a couple blocks to the shops if they're open. Bring cash because you'll need it if you have to buy your ticket onboard.

The Harvard Metra Station is such a great option when wanting to head down to Chicago, but not…read morewanting to deal with Chicago traffic, (or tolls!). The station itself is small, not a lot of room inside. If taking the train during winter months, you'll most likely want to wait in your car until the train arrives. There is plenty of parking and it's a very reasonable price. The train tickets are very reasonable, as well. I've never had a late train or any issues what-so-ever. This is commuter train line. That's one thing to keep in mind if you decide to take this down. It will stop. Over and over and over again. But even with the stops you make good time, and it's WAY less stressful than making the drive yourself!

Typically when I think Woodstock, I think Groundhog's Day. However, when I think Woodstock train…read morestation, I think House of Wax. To refresh your memory: Paris Hilton breaks down in a ghost town without Nicole Richie. Now hear me out, people do arrive here... typically 5-10 minutes before the train arrives (understandable because I wait in my car until the train actually pulls up), but my House of Wax reference is pointed directly at the supposed coffee shop that's inside the station. Allegedly called Church St. Cafe but I haven't confirmed. Has anyone ever actually gotten coffee here? I love my Starbucks, but I would be 10x happier supporting a local spot if they would just, for the LOVE of caffeine, open up. And no this is not a COVID thing because I've had this dilemma since early 2019. The hours are wonky and unpredictable because I've literally caught the train at this station at every offered time between 5 am and 12 pm. I digress... The only fair thing for me to do is to compare this station to other Metra Rail Stations and so I will say it's not the best or fanciest, but it does the job, it's in a nice area, and it's reliable. There isn't a terribly large amount of seating outside or inside (although I've never seen a single soul inside) and a limited amount of bike racks although most people seem to just chain their bikes to the little fence. Location-wise, it has that hometown feel and is only a block away from Woodstock Square where you'll find a movie theater, restaurants, bars, and in the right season, the farmer's market. It's worth noting, you cannot purchase tickets here, but you can get them once you're on the train or through the Ventra app. How much you enjoy your train ride is dependant on what time you ride, what car you choose, and if you have snacks. Not all train cars are created equal... there's a couple of quiet cars at the front and back, newer cars have electrical outlets, a select few have wi-fi (only fast enough to check email), and the super new ones have cup holders. On the upside, seating choice is usually unrestricted because Woodstock is practically end of the line with Harvard the only stop before (if you're going into Chicago). Keep in mind, if they say the train leaves at 7:48 am, the train absolutely leaves at 7:48 am. Use the Ventra app to track the train and see if there are any delays, but there usually aren't. And COVID procedures are enforced on the train based on requirements in Chicago and the state. All I really want out of this train station is to add some more benches and to sell me a cup of coffee and maybe a cheese danish. I need the former because they do fill up quick and on the warm days when I do decide to wait outside, I often find myself contemplating sitting on the ground. And I need the latter because just take my money.

This is a simple Metra station that offers free parking. There is no ticket booth so I recommend…read moreyou buy online using ventra app in order to avoid the surcharge if buying on the train. There are a few small bus stop style covered seats but only a few. Fortunately the parking lot is close so most people just wait in their cars during periods of inclement weather. There is a coffee shop that may sell food but I have never gone in since it doesn't open prior to my morning train.

I think they should open up the bathrooms in this train station. Plus they should open the whole…read morestation for when it gets colder outside. They have the whole station locked up so if someone has to use the bathroom or charge there phone computer it's completely locked so it's like people have to stand outside in the cold and snowy weather. Is there a way you guys can look into this and fix this.

First to Review! ! ! *YAYE*…read more This Metra Station is directly outside the gate Corpside of Great Lakes Naval Service Training Center, and is the most affordable means of getting to downtown Chicago (on Saturday and Sunday an unlimited ride pass is 5 bucks) At the train station is a coffeeshop/drycleaners/misc goods that sells pretty good turkey + cheese croissant sandwiches, ice blend coffee drinks and they carry $5 earmuffs that don't look like the dorky ones that leave an elastic mark on your forehead :)

Nice and safe and easy parking and station next to many stores so it's a very walkable town. Inside…read morethe train it's two levels and even charge stations

This is a great station to take the train to or from. It has clear signage, lots of parking, and an…read moreindoor waiting area. It gets very busy for the AM and PM commute!