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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Michigan City and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan City to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from 11th Street and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Michigan City to Indianapolis?

The distance between Michigan City and Indianapolis is 176 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan City to Indianapolis without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Michigan City to Indianapolis, including transfers.

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

Michigan City to Indianapolis train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from 11th Street station.

What is the time difference between Michigan City and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Michigan City. It is currently 12:15 PM in Michigan City and 1:15 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Michigan City to Indianapolis train arrive?

Michigan City to Indianapolis train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Van Buren St. station.

Can I drive from Michigan City to Indianapolis?

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

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 872+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Michigan City to Indianapolis - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Michigan City to Indianapolis by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Garytrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
4h 13m
$31–49
Drive 149.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan City to Indianapoliscar 149.1 mi
3h 9m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
7h 29m
$64–135
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
5h 33m
$435–919
Train, bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Garytrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2642
4h 23m
$30–44
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
5h 8m
$80–519

Michigan City to Indianapolis by train and bus

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from 11th Street to Indianapolis via Van Buren St., Michigan & Van Buren, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 7h 29m.

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