What is the cheapest way to get from Gary to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Gary to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gary to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Gary to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Gary and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Gary to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Gary, IN and arriving at Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Jefferson & Washington and Jefferson Park Transit Center - Bus Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gary and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Gary to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Gary and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Gary to Des Plaines?

The distance between Gary and Des Plaines is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gary to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Gary to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $15 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Gary to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Gary to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gary to Des Plaines bus from?

Gary to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Gary, IN station.

Where do I catch the Gary to Des Plaines train from?

Gary to Des Plaines train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Train or bus from Gary to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Gary to Des Plaines is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $15 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 56 bus and line 226 bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Gary to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Gary to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

Where does the Gary to Des Plaines train arrive?

Gary to Des Plaines train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Millennium Station.

Can I drive from Gary to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Gary to Des Plaines is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Gary to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 377+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Gary to Des Plaines - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 56 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gary to Des Plaines by train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, subway, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gary to Millennium Stationtrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
2h 6m
$15–17
Drive 45.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gary to Des Plainescar 45.3 mi
1h 7m
$9–12
Bus, line 56 bus, line 226 bus
1. Take the bus from Gary, IN to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Washington to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
3. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center - Bus Stop C to Busse Hwy & Mason Lnbus 226
3h 30m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gary to Des Plainestaxi 45.3 mi
1h 7m
$130–160
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Gary to Millennium Stationtrain Ssl
2. Take the subway from Washington/Wabash to Davissubway
3. Take the bus from Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus 250 / ...
2h 49m
$12–17

Gary to Des Plaines by train and bus

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Gary to Des Plaines via Millennium Station, Randolph & Stetson, Madison & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gary, IN to Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Chicago, Jefferson & Washington, Jefferson Park Transit Center, and Jefferson Park Transit Center - Bus Stop C in around 3h 30m.

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