How to get from Michigan City to Zion by bus and train?

From Michigan City to Zion by bus and train

To get from Michigan City to Zion you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SSL train from 11th St. (Michigan City) station to Van Buren St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 bus and finally take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $20.50. The bus and train schedule from Michigan City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zion on the Moovit app.

229min$20.50
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - J14
J14
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
Leaves from 11th St. (Michigan City)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    11th St. (Michigan City)
    600 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    80 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Jackson (North)
    ID 76
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 10
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    0.99 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Michigan City to Zion by bus and train via SSL, 60 and UP-N

To get from Michigan City to Zion you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SSL train from 11th St. (Michigan City) station to Millennium Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $20.50. The bus and train schedule from Michigan City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zion on the Moovit app.

229min$20.50
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 60
60
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
Leaves from 11th St. (Michigan City)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    11th St. (Michigan City)
    600 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millennium Station
    83 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
    Madison & Canal (West)
    ID 5006
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 10
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    0.99 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Michigan City to Zion

The distance between Michigan City and Zion is approximately 100.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 229 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Michigan City to Zion by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Zion – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Michigan City to Zion

To check the bus and train schedule from Michigan City to Zion using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Michigan City) and destination (Zion), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Michigan City to Zion by bus and train via SSL, 60 and UP-N

To get from Michigan City to Zion you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SSL train from 11th St. (Michigan City) station to Millennium Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $20.50. The bus and train schedule from Michigan City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zion on the Moovit app.

229min$20.50
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Bus - 60
60
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
Leaves from 11th St. (Michigan City)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    11th St. (Michigan City)
    600 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millennium Station
    83 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
    Madison & Canal (West)
    ID 5006
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 10
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    0.99 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Michigan City to Zion?

    The fastest way takes 229 minutes, using Train line SSL, Bus line J14, Train line UP-N.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Michigan City to Zion?

    The alternative route takes 229 minutes, using Train line SSL, Bus line 60, Train line UP-N.

  • Is there a direct train between Michigan City and Zion?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Michigan City to Zion?

    The SSL train line goes from 11th St. (Michigan City) station near Michigan City in Chicago to Van Buren St. station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Van Buren St. station near Zion.

  • How long does it take to travel from Michigan City to Zion by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Michigan City and Zion by train and bus is about 3 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Michigan City to get to Zion?

    Get on the SSL train from the 11th St. (Michigan City) station near Michigan City in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Michigan City and Zion?

    Get off the train at the Van Buren St. station, which is closest to Zion.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Michigan City to Zion?

    The ride from Michigan City to Zion costs $20.50.

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