How to get from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train?

79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary - Bus Schedule

The 79 bus from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Union (East) station to 79th Street & Greenwood (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ME train and finally take the LAKESHORE train from 55th - 56th - 57th St. station to Gary Metro Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Union (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to City of Gary on the Moovit app.

96min

LAKESHORE

Leaves from 79th Street & Union (East)

Step by Step

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Start from bus station
79th Street & Union (East)
2
79
Wait for bus
79
79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Greenwood (East)
ID 2788
19 min
4
Walk to train station
79th St. (Chatham)
80 yd • 1 min
5
ME
Wait for train
ME
#206| Millennium Station
6
Ride to train station
55th - 56th - 57th St.
9 min
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LAKESHORE
Wait for train
LAKESHORE
South Bend Airport
8
Ride to train station
Gary Metro Station
41 min
9
Walk to
City of Gary
390 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary

The distance between 79th Street & Union (East) and City of Gary is approximately 29.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Gary – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary

To check the bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street & Union (East)) and destination (City of Gary), 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 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary?
The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 79, Train line ME, Train line LAKESHORE.
Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Union (East) and City of Gary?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.
Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary?
The 79 bus line goes from 79th Street & Greenwood (East) station near 79th Street & Union (East) in Chicago to 79th St. (Chatham) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till 79th St. (Chatham) station near City of Gary.
How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train?
The total travel time between 79th Street & Union (East) and City of Gary by bus and train is about 1 hr 36 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Union (East) to get to City of Gary?
Get on the 79 bus from the 79th Street & Greenwood (East) stop near 79th Street & Union (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & Union (East) and City of Gary?
Get off the bus at the 79th St. (Chatham) station, which is closest to City of Gary.

Last updated on October 24, 2026

How to get from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train?

79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary - Bus Schedule

From 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train

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Public transit directions from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary

Bus And Train schedule from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary

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What is the fastest way to get from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary?

Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Union (East) and City of Gary?

Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary?

How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Union (East) to City of Gary by bus and train?

Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Union (East) to get to City of Gary?

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