How to get from Merrillville to Navy Pier by bus and train?

From Merrillville to Navy Pier by bus and train

To get from Merrillville to Navy Pier in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R-BMX bus from Century Plaza (81st Ave) station to Metro Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LAKESHORE train and finally take the 124 bus from Randolph & Michigan (East) station to Navy Pier Terminal (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The ride fare is $12.75. The bus and train schedule from Merrillville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Navy Pier on the Moovit app.

113min$12.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - R-BMXR-BMX
Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
Bus - 124
124
Walk to Navy Pier
Leaves from Century Plaza (81st Ave)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Century Plaza (81st Ave)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R-BMXR-BMX
    Wait for bus
    R-BMX
    Metro Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Metro Center
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gary Metro Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
    Wait for train
    LAKESHORE
    Millennium Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millennium Station
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Randolph & Michigan (East)
    ID 14482
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 124124
    Wait for bus
    124
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
    ID 14161
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Navy Pier
    Walk to
    Navy Pier
    600 E Grand Ave
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrillville to Navy Pier

The distance between Merrillville, Chicago and Navy Pier, Chicago is approximately 42.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 113 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrillville to Navy Pier 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 to Navy Pier

To check the bus and train schedule from Merrillville to Navy Pier using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merrillville) and destination (Navy Pier), 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 to Navy Pier?

    The fastest way takes 113 minutes, using Bus line R-BMX, Train line LAKESHORE, Bus line 124.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrillville and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrillville to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    The R-BMX bus line goes from Century Plaza (81st Ave) station near Merrillville to Metro Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Metro Center station near Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merrillville to Navy Pier in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Merrillville and Navy Pier in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrillville to get to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    Get on the R-BMX bus from the Century Plaza (81st Ave) stop near Merrillville in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Merrillville and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Metro Center stop, which is closest to Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Merrillville to Navy Pier?

    The ride from Merrillville to Navy Pier costs $12.75.

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