How to get from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train?

From Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train

To get from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R2 bus from 79th & Mississippi station to Century Plaza (81st Ave) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R-BMX bus and finally take the LAKESHORE train from Gary Metro Station station to Van Buren St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $12.75. The bus and train schedule from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) on the Moovit app.

161min$12.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - R2R2
Bus - R-BMXR-BMX
Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
Walk to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
Leaves from 79th & Mississippi

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th & Mississippi
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - R2R2
    Wait for bus
    R2
    Century Plaza (81st Ave)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Century Plaza (81st Ave)
    24 min
  • 4
    Bus - R-BMXR-BMX
    Wait for bus
    R-BMX
    Metro Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Metro Center
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
    Wait for train
    LAKESHORE
    Millennium Station
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    51 min
  • 9
    Walk to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
    Walk to
    Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
    South Wabash Avenue
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)

The distance between Merrillville (Southlake Mall), Chicago and Depaul University (The Loop Campus), Chicago is approximately 47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) 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 Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)

To check the bus and train schedule from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merrillville (Southlake Mall)) and destination (Depaul University (The Loop Campus)), 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 Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Bus line R2, Bus line R-BMX, Train line LAKESHORE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrillville (Southlake Mall) and Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The R2 bus line goes from 79th & Mississippi station near Merrillville (Southlake Mall) in Hobart to Century Plaza (81st Ave) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Century Plaza (81st Ave) station near Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Merrillville (Southlake Mall) in Hobart and Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to get to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    Get on the R2 bus from the 79th & Mississippi stop near Merrillville (Southlake Mall) in Hobart.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Merrillville (Southlake Mall) and Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    Get off the bus at the Century Plaza (81st Ave) station, which is closest to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The ride from Merrillville (Southlake Mall) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) costs $12.75.

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