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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Gary is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Gary is to taxi which takes 51 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Gary?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Gary station. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Gary Bus Station via Michigan & Washington and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Gary?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Gary. However, there are services departing from Main and arriving at Gary Metro Center via Millennium Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Evanston to Gary?

The distance between Evanston and Gary is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Gary without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 40m and costs $5 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Evanston to Gary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Gary bus from?

Evanston to Gary bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Gary train from?

Evanston to Gary train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Main station.

Where does the Evanston to Gary bus arrive?

Evanston to Gary bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Washington station.

Where does the Evanston to Gary train arrive?

Evanston to Gary train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Washington/Wabash station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Gary?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Gary is 42 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Evanston to Gary.

Where can I stay near Gary?

There are 105+ hotels available in Gary. Prices start at $48<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

Evanston to Gary - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, line 147 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Evanston to Gary by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.

1. Take the subway from Main to Washington/WabashPurple Line
2. Take the train from Millennium Station to Gary Metro CenterSsl
best
Subway, train
2h 40m
$6–14
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington147
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Gary Bus StationGreyhound US0160 / ...
cheapest
Line 147 bus, bus
3h 7m
$4–57
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Gary42 mi
Taxi
51 min
$120–150
1. Drive from Evanston to Gary42 mi
Drive 42 mi
51 min
$8–12

Evanston to Gary by subway and train

106Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Gary Bus Station via Michigan & Washington, Harrison & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 3h 7m.

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