What is the cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

The fastest way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Merrillville and Oak Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrillville to Oak Forest. However, there are services departing from Merillville, IN and arriving at 159th St & Laramie Ave via Gary Bus Station, 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J and Pace Harvey TC Bay C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Merrillville and Oak Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Merrillville to Oak Forest. However, there are services departing from Gary and arriving at Oak Forest via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

The distance between Merrillville and Oak Forest is 63 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

How do I travel from Merrillville to Oak Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 26m and costs $8 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrillville to Oak Forest bus from?

Merrillville to Oak Forest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gary Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Merrillville to Oak Forest train from?

Merrillville to Oak Forest train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Train or bus from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

The best way to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $13 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs $7 - $45 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Merrillville to Oak Forest bus arrive?

Merrillville to Oak Forest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago station.

Where does the Merrillville to Oak Forest train arrive?

Merrillville to Oak Forest train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Van Buren St. station.

Can I drive from Merrillville to Oak Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrillville to Oak Forest is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Merrillville to Oak Forest.

Where can I stay near Oak Forest?

There are 144+ hotels available in Oak Forest.

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There are 5 ways to get from Merrillville to Oak Forest by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicagobus Cleveland / ...
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Oak Foresttrain Ri
2h 26m
$8–41
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrillville to Oak Forestcar 29.3 mi
41 min
$6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Oak Foresttrain Ri
2h 43m
$13–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrillville to Oak Foresttaxi 29.3 mi
41 min
$80–100
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Chicagobus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Pace Harvey TC Bay Bbus 352
3h 3m
$7–41

Merrillville to Oak Forest by bus, foot, and train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.9 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Merrillville, IN, USA and Oak Forest, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Merillville, IN to Oak Forest via Gary, Gary, Van Buren St., and LaSalle Street in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merillville, IN to 159th St & Laramie Ave via Gary, Gary Bus Station, Chicago, 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J, and Pace Harvey TC Bay C in around 3h 3m.

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