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

The cheapest way to get from Gary to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gary to Chicago Loop is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Gary and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gary, IN and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Gary and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gary and arriving at Millennium Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Gary to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Gary and Chicago Loop is 30 miles. The road distance is 30.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gary to Chicago Loop without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $8 - $45.

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

The bus from Gary, IN to Chicago Union Station takes 50 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Gary to Chicago Loop bus from?

Gary to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Gary, IN station.

Where do I catch the Gary to Chicago Loop train from?

Gary to Chicago Loop train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Train or bus from Gary to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Gary to Chicago Loop is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $8 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $9 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Gary to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Gary to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Gary to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Gary to Chicago Loop train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Millennium Station.

Can I drive from Gary to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Gary to Chicago Loop is 31 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Gary to Chicago Loop.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Gary to Chicago Loop - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Gary to Chicago Loop by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train, car, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Gary, IN to Chicago Union Station
50 min
$8–45
Drive 30.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gary to Chicago Loop30.7 mi
38 min
$6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Gary to Millennium StationWestbound to Chicago / ...
55 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gary to Chicago Loop30.7 mi
38 min
$85–110
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Harrison to Washington & Lasalle60 / ...
54 min
$6–36

Gary to Chicago Loop by bus

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Gary, IN to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $8–45 and the journey takes 50 min. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, South Shore Line operates a train from Gary to Millennium Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 55 min.

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