What is the cheapest way to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac?

The cheapest way to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac?

The fastest way to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Valparaiso and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Valparaiso to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from 260 Brown and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Valparaiso to Pontiac?

The distance between Valparaiso and Pontiac is 354 miles. The road distance is 247.3 miles.

How do I travel from Valparaiso to Pontiac without a car?

The best way to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 37m and costs $95 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valparaiso to Pontiac bus from?

Valparaiso to Pontiac bus services, operated by Valparaiso Transit, depart from 260 Brown station.

Where does the Valparaiso to Pontiac bus arrive?

Valparaiso to Pontiac bus services, operated by Valparaiso Transit, arrive at 333 S Franklin Street station.

What is the time difference between Valparaiso and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Valparaiso. It is currently 9:07 AM in Valparaiso and 10:07 AM in Pontiac.

Can I drive from Valparaiso to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Valparaiso to Pontiac is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Valparaiso to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 236+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Valparaiso to Pontiac - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Valparaiso to Pontiac by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus ChicaGO Dash
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
8h 37m
$96–208
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Southfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
9h 50m
$42–85
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus ChicaGO Dash
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 37m
$101–158
Drive 245.8 mi
1. Drive from Valparaiso to Pontiaccar 245.8 mi
4h 14m
$45–65
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint Amtrak to Pontiac Amtrakbus
6h 38m
$85–359
Bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 23m
$145–497
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 49m
$145–687

Valparaiso to Pontiac by bus, foot, and train

18Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 352 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Valparaiso, IN, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from 260 Brown to Pontiac Amtrak Station via 333 S Franklin Street and Chicago Union Station in around 8h 37m.

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