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Bus Michigan City to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Michigan City to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$13
Average bus trip duration1h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:35 PM

Michigan City to Chicago Buses

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Michigan City - Chicago

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Chicago without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Michigan City to Chicago is about 1h 40m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 1h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 41 miles (66 km) that separate the two cities.

Michigan City and Chicago are 41 miles (66 km) apart.

Most of the buses traveling from Michigan City to Chicago leave from Michigan City - La Pointe and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $13 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Chicago from Michigan City.

The bus ticket costs $13 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $13 to $13, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, a day trip from Michigan City to Chicago is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 20m. So you'll have enough time to visit Chicago before returning to Michigan City in the evening.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cloud Gate, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Brookfield Zoo and Robie House.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Michigan City to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Michigan City to Chicago.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Michigan City to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Michigan City to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus from Chicago to Michigan City

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