What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Burns Harbor?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago to Burns Harbor. However, there are services departing from Van Buren St. and arriving at Portage/Ogden Dunes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Chicago to Burns Harbor?

The distance between Chicago and Burns Harbor is 41 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Burns Harbor without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $20 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Burns Harbor train from?

Chicago to Burns Harbor train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Van Buren St. station.

Where does the Chicago to Burns Harbor train arrive?

Chicago to Burns Harbor train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Portage/Ogden Dunes station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Burns Harbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Burns Harbor is 40 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Chicago to Burns Harbor.

Where can I stay near Burns Harbor?

There are 146+ hotels available in Burns Harbor.

Chicago to Burns Harbor - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Burns Harbor by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Portage/Ogden Dunestrain Lakeshore / ...
1h 5m
$20–24
Drive 40 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Burns Harborcar 40 mi
52 min
$8–11
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Gary, INbus Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to Portage/Ogden Dunestrain Lakeshore / ...
1h 6m
$21–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Burns Harbortaxi 40 mi
52 min
$110–140

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Burns Harbor, IN, USA?

South Shore Line operates a train from Van Buren St. to Portage/Ogden Dunes hourly. Tickets cost $9–11 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District also services this route hourly.

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