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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Gary is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Gary is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Gary?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Gary. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Gary Metro Center via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Gary?

The distance between Bloomington and Gary is 156 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Gary without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $50 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Bloomington to Gary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Gary train from?

Bloomington to Gary train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Where does the Bloomington to Gary train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bloomington to Gary?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Gary is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Bloomington to Gary.

Where can I stay near Gary?

There are 122+ hotels available in Gary.

Bloomington to Gary - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Bloomington to Gary by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
3h 44m
$51–94
Drive 135.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to Garycar 135.3 mi
2h 27m
$25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus Peoria line
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
5h 24m
$54–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
4h 38m
$39–235

Bloomington to Gary by train and bus

38Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Gary Metro Center via Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, and Van Buren St. in around 3h 44m.

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