What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and East Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to East Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Gary Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and East Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to East Chicago. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at East Chicago via Van Buren St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

The distance between Indianapolis and East Chicago is 163 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

How do I travel from Indianapolis to East Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to East Chicago bus from?

Indianapolis to East Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to East Chicago train from?

Indianapolis to East Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $45 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Indianapolis to East Chicago bus arrive?

Indianapolis to East Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and East Chicago?

East Chicago is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 9:04 AM in Indianapolis and 8:04 AM in East Chicago.

Where does the Indianapolis to East Chicago train arrive?

Indianapolis to East Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to East Chicago is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Indianapolis to East Chicago.

How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to East Chicago?

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Where can I stay near East Chicago?

There are 133+ hotels available in East Chicago.

Indianapolis to East Chicago - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to East Chicago by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Gary Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2642
3h 5m
$46–65
Drive 156.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to East Chicagocar 156.9 mi
2h 45m
$29–42
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
6h 20m
$83–152
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to East Chicagotrain
5h 5m
$452–942
Bus via East Chicago
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
3h 50m
$57–78
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to East Chicagotrain
4h 39m
$72–372

Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and East Chicago, IN, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Indianapolis to Gary Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 5h.

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