Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Merrillville to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 257, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Merrillville and Chicago?
Stops in Merrillville
- A
Merrillville Denny's Bus Stop
Denny’s Restaurant, 720 E 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 12092 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 257
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Merrillville to Chicago by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Merrillville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Merrillville to Chicago start at R 257. The average price for this route is around R 307. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Merrillville to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Merrillville to Chicago is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 39 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Merrillville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Merrillville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Merrillville to Chicago at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Merrillville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Merrillville to Chicago produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Merrillville to Chicago was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Merrillville to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 152 to R 237 for a bus ticket from Merrillville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 152, which is on 2026-01-20.
