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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to bus which costs $29 - $50 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Indiana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Indiana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Indiana?

The distance between Chicago and Indiana is 184 miles. The road distance is 180 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Indiana without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $29 - $50.

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

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indiana bus from?

Chicago to Indiana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indiana train from?

Chicago to Indiana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Indiana?

The best way to get from Chicago to Indiana is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $29 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Chicago to Indiana bus arrive?

Chicago to Indiana bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Indiana?

Indiana is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:12 AM in Chicago and 11:12 AM in Indiana.

Where does the Chicago to Indiana train arrive?

Chicago to Indiana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Indiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Indiana is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Chicago to Indiana.

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

Book your Chicago to Indiana train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Indiana?

There are 740+ hotels available in Indiana.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Indiana by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, or train

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1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
3h 45m
$29–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
4h 54m
$100–170
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Indianapoliscar 178.9 mi
3h 12m
$33–48
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Indianapolis
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
3h 35m
$74–557
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)plane ORD - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Gary Metro Centertrain
4h 52m
$42–258

Chicago to Indiana by bus

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis every 4 hours. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $100–170 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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