How to get from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago by bus and train?

From Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago in Chicago, take the LAKESHORE train from Gary/Chicago Airport station to Millennium Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Michigan & Washington (South) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The bus and train schedule from Gary Chicago Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

71min$10.50
Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Gary/Chicago Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gary Chicago Airport
  • 2
    Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
    Wait for train
    LAKESHORE
    Millennium Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millennium Station
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Washington (South)
    ID 1106
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago

The distance between Gary Chicago Airport and Chicago is approximately 31.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gary Chicago Airport) and destination (Chicago), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line LAKESHORE, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Gary Chicago Airport and Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago?

    The LAKESHORE train line goes from Millennium Station near Gary Chicago Airport in Gary to Michigan & Washington (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Michigan & Washington (South) station near Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Gary Chicago Airport and Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gary Chicago Airport to get to Chicago?

    Get on the LAKESHORE train from the Millennium Station near Gary Chicago Airport in Gary.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gary Chicago Airport and Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Michigan & Washington (South) stop, which is closest to Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago?

    The ride from Gary Chicago Airport to Chicago costs $10.50.

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