What is the cheapest way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes is to bus and train which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Indiana to Great Lakes station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Highland Park Metra Station via Union Station Transit Center, Michigan & Hubbard and Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Indiana and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Indiana to Great Lakes. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Great Lakes via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Indiana to Great Lakes?

The distance between Indiana and Great Lakes is 219 miles. The road distance is 216.2 miles.

How do I travel from Indiana to Great Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 40m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Indiana to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Indiana to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Great Lakes bus from?

Indiana to Great Lakes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Great Lakes train from?

Indiana to Great Lakes train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indiana to Great Lakes?

The best way to get from Indiana to Great Lakes is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Indiana to Great Lakes bus arrive?

Indiana to Great Lakes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indiana and Great Lakes?

Great Lakes is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 10:37 PM in Indiana and 9:37 PM in Great Lakes.

Where does the Indiana to Great Lakes train arrive?

Indiana to Great Lakes train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indiana to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Great Lakes is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Indiana to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 152+ hotels available in Great Lakes.

Indiana to Great Lakes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Indiana to Great Lakes by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain Up-N
5h 40m
$36–63
Train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain Up-N
6h 54m
$71–139
Drive 215 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Great Lakescar 215 mi
3h 56m
$40–57
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
7h 16m
$38–61

Indiana to Great Lakes by bus and train

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Indiana, USA and Great Lakes, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Great Lakes via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $29–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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