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

By bus and train

To get from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago, take the SSL train from Gary Metro Station station to Millennium Station station. Next, take the 60 bus from Michigan & Washington (South) station to Clinton & Jackson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $9.25.

105min$9.25
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 60
60
Walk to Chicago Station
Leaves from Gary Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    1.13 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millennium Station
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Washington (South)
    ID 1106
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Cicero & 24th Place Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Station
    Chicago Station, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via SSL and 7

To get from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago, take the SSL train from Gary Metro Station station to Van Buren St. station. Next, take the 7 bus from Michigan & Van Buren (North) station to Clinton & Jackson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $9.25.

114min$9.25
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 7
7
Walk to Chicago Station
Leaves from Gary Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    1.13 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    62 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren (North)
    ID 75
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Harrison & Central Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Station
    Chicago Station, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gary to Chicago Station

The distance between Gary, Chicago and Chicago Station, Chicago is approximately 33.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 105 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gary to Chicago Station by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Gary

Gary is located at Gary, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Gary Metro Station.

Train stations close to Gary:

  • Gary Metro Station
  • Gary/Chicago Airport

Public transit stations close to Chicago Station, Chicago

Chicago Station is located at Chicago Station, Chicago, IL 60606, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Clinton & Jackson (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Station:

  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells
  • Clinton-Blue

Train stations close to Chicago Station:

  • Chicago Union Station
  • Chicago Otc

Bus stations close to Chicago Station:

  • Clinton & Jackson (South)
  • Jackson & Clinton (East)
  • Union Station (Jackson/Clinton)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via SSL and 7

To get from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago, take the SSL train from Gary Metro Station station to Van Buren St. station. Next, take the 7 bus from Michigan & Van Buren (North) station to Clinton & Jackson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $9.25.

114min$9.25
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 7
7
Walk to Chicago Station
Leaves from Gary Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    1.13 mi • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    62 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren (North)
    ID 75
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Harrison & Central Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Station
    Chicago Station, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 105 minutes, using Bus line SSL, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gary to Chicago Station?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Bus line SSL, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct train between Gary and Chicago Station in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago?

    The SSL train line goes from Gary Metro Station station near Gary to Chicago station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Clinton & Jackson (South) station near Chicago Station in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Gary and Chicago Station in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 45 min.

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

    Get on the SSL train from the Gary Metro Station station near Gary in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Clinton & Jackson (South) stop, which is closest to Chicago Station in Chicago.

  • When is the first bus from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago?

    The first bus from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago is Chicago - Indianapolis. It leaves the Gary Bus Station stop at 5:50 AM.

  • When is the first train from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago?

    The first train from Gary to Chicago Station in Chicago is South Shore Line. It leaves the Gary Metro Station station at 11:44 PM.

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

    The ride from Gary to Chicago Station costs $9.25.

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