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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Gary is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Gary is to fly and train which takes 3h 23m and costs $50 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Gary?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Gary station. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Gary Bus Station via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Springfield to Gary?

The distance between Springfield and Gary is 217 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Gary without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $35 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Springfield to Gary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Gary bus from?

Springfield to Gary bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Gary?

The best way to get from Springfield to Gary is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $160 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Springfield to Gary bus arrive?

Springfield to Gary bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Gary?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Gary is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Springfield to Gary.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gary?

There are 135+ hotels available in Gary.

Springfield to Gary - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Gary by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to GaryEastbound from Chicago / ...
4h 33m
$37–88
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to ChicagoFlixBus 2510 / ...
5h 30m
$39–159
Drive 197.6 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Gary197.6 mi
3h 34m
$37–53
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary
3h 23m
$53–271
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary
4h
$156–392

Springfield to Gary by bus (Flixbus)

15Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Gary via Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, and Van Buren St. in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago twice daily. Tickets cost $30–80 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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