What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Gary?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Gary is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Gary?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Gary is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Gary?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Gary Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Gary?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Van Buren St. and arriving at Gary Metro Center. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Chicago to Gary?

The distance between Chicago and Gary is 30 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Gary without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Gary without a car is to bus which takes 40 min and costs $2 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Gary?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Gary Bus Station takes 40 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Gary bus from?

Chicago to Gary bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Gary train from?

Chicago to Gary train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Van Buren St. station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Gary?

The best way to get from Chicago to Gary is to bus which takes 40 min and costs $2 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $9 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Chicago to Gary bus arrive?

Chicago to Gary bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Gary train arrive?

Chicago to Gary train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Gary Metro Center station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Gary?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Gary is 30 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Chicago to Gary.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Gary?

Book your Chicago to Gary bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gary?

There are 135+ hotels available in Gary.

Chicago to Gary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Gary by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, car, or taxi

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Chicago to Gary by bus

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40 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Gary, IN, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Gary Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 40 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, South Shore Line operates a train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Center every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 46 min.

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