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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $55 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Indiana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Indiana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Indiana?

The distance between Chicago and Indiana is 181 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Indiana without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $22 - $95.

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

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indiana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indiana train from?

Chicago to Indiana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Indiana?

The best way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $22 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 4h 54m, you could also fly, which costs $55 - $340 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Chicago to Indiana bus arrive?

Chicago to Indiana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Indiana?

Indiana is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:00 PM in Chicago and 11:00 PM in Indiana.

Where does the Chicago to Indiana train arrive?

Chicago to Indiana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Indiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Indiana is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Chicago to Indiana.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Indiana?

Book your Chicago to Indiana train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Indiana?

There are 850+ hotels available in Indiana.

Chicago to Indiana - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Indiana by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, 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 bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union StationGreyhound US0100 / ...
3h 5m
$22–95
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to IndianapolisCardinal
4h 54m
$30–75
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Indianapolis178.9 mi
3h 10m
$33–48
Fly to South Bend
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
3h 2m
$56–332
Fly to Purdue University Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)ORD - LAF
3h 47m
$34–257

Chicago to Indiana by bus

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Indiana, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–95 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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