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

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Chicago is to bus which costs $23 - $60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Chicago is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Indiana and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Indiana to Chicago?

The distance between Indiana and Chicago is 185 miles. The road distance is 180.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indiana to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $23 - $60.

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

The bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Chicago bus from?

Indiana to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Chicago train from?

Indiana to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indiana to Chicago?

The best way to get from Indiana to Chicago is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $23 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h.

Where does the Indiana to Chicago bus arrive?

Indiana to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indiana and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 5:05 AM in Indiana and 4:05 AM in Chicago.

Where does the Indiana to Chicago train arrive?

Indiana to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indiana to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Chicago is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Indiana to Chicago.

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

Book your Indiana to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 2065+ hotels available in Chicago.

Indiana to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Indiana to Chicago by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514 / ...
3h 30m
$23–60
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
5h
$50–120
Drive 179.6 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Chicagocar 179.6 mi
3h 11m
$33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gary to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SBN - ORD
4h 9m
$52–366

Indiana to Chicago by bus

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 5h.

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