What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary is to drive and fly and train which takes 4h 21m and costs $140 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Gary?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Gary station. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Gary Bus Station via Iowa City and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Gary?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Gary is 298 miles. The road distance is 247.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Gary without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 7h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Gary bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Gary bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Gary bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Gary bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Gary?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Gary is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Gary.

Where can I stay near Gary?

There are 132+ hotels available in Gary.

Cedar Rapids to Gary - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus, train via Davenport
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
3. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
4. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro CenterSsl
7h 45m
Drive 246.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Gary246.4 mi
4h 54m
$45–65
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CID - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Center
4h 46m
$46–276
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to ChicagoWaterloo
2. Take the train from Millennium Station to Gary Metro CenterSsl / ...
8h 9m
$62–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Gary Bus Station
8h 41m
Drive to Dubuque Regional Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)
2. Fly from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DBQ - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Center
4h 21m
$140–231

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Map of how to get from Cedar Rapids to Gary.

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Distance: 296.5 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Gary, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Gary Bus Station via Iowa City and Chicago Bus Station in around 8h 41m.

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