How to get from Gary to Manhattan by bus and train?

From Gary to Manhattan by bus and train

To get from Gary to Manhattan in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SSL train from Gary Metro Station station to Van Buren St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the SWS train from Chicago Union Station station to Manhattan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $16.00.

220min$16.00
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 126
126
Train - SWSSWS
Leaves from Gary Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren (North)
    ID 75
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SWSSWS
    Wait for train
    SWS
    #805| Manhattan
  • 9
    Ride to train station Manhattan
    Ride to train station
    Manhattan
    76 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gary to Manhattan

The distance between Gary, Chicago and Manhattan, Chicago is approximately 71.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gary to Manhattan 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 Bus Station.

Train stations close to Gary:

  • Gary Metro Station

Bus stations close to Gary:

  • Gary Bus Station
  • 5th & Broadway
  • Gary State Bank (5th Ave)

Public transit stations close to Manhattan, Chicago

Manhattan is located at Manhattan, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Manhattan.

Train stations close to Manhattan:

  • Manhattan

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gary to Manhattan?

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Bus line SSL, Bus line 126, Bus line SWS.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gary to Manhattan 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 train line and one bus line till Chicago station near Manhattan in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Gary and Manhattan in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 40 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Chicago station, which is closest to Manhattan in Chicago.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Gary to Manhattan?

    The ride from Gary to Manhattan costs $16.00.

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