What is the cheapest way to get from Indiana to Michigan City?

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Michigan City is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indiana to Michigan City?

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Michigan City is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Indiana and Michigan City?

No, there is no direct train from Indiana to Michigan City. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at 11th St. via LaSalle/Van Buren and Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Indiana to Michigan City?

The distance between Indiana and Michigan City is 181 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

How do I travel from Indiana to Michigan City without a car?

The best way to get from Indiana to Michigan City without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Indiana to Michigan City?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Indiana to Michigan City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Michigan City train from?

Indiana to Michigan City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Indiana and Michigan City?

Michigan City is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 11:29 PM in Indiana and 10:29 PM in Michigan City.

Where does the Indiana to Michigan City train arrive?

Indiana to Michigan City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indiana to Michigan City?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Michigan City is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Indiana to Michigan City.

Where can I stay near Michigan City?

There are 229+ hotels available in Michigan City.

Indiana to Michigan City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Indiana to Michigan City by bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Gary Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to 11th St.train Lakeshore / ...
3h 42m
$30–43
Drive 149.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Michigan Citycar 149.1 mi
3h 9m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Lakeshore / ...
6h 54m
$61–132
Bus, train via Indianapolis Union Station
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
2. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to 11th St.train Lakeshore / ...
3h 57m
$37–54

Indiana to Michigan City by bus and train

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Indiana, USA and Michigan City, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to 11th St. via Chicago Union Station, LaSalle/Van Buren, Harold Washington Library, and Van Buren St. in around 6h 54m.

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