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Five ways to Travel from Merrillville to Bloomington

Composite routes from Merrillville to Bloomington

Cheapest
31 h 4 min
Car
3209 km.
from $176
Other
4 h 7 min
Bus, Train
177 km.
from $51.64
5 h 25 min
178 km.
from $107.13
4 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
178 km.
from $380.85

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$421.50–$600.31

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.88–$102.18

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Train from Clinton-Blue to Forest
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$5.88

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.22–$108.57
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomington
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.09–$76.64

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Bloomington
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.38–$56.20

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.73–$40.87

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Email:
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Forest Park CTA Station to Oak
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.32

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Email:
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$49.81–$56.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Bloomington is to drive which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrillville to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Merrillville to Bloomington is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Merrillville and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrillville to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Merrillville, IN and arriving at Bloomington via Gary Bus Station and Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Merrillville to Bloomington?

The distance between Merrillville and Bloomington is 268 km. The road distance is 229.2 km.

How do I travel from Merrillville to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Merrillville to Bloomington without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 7m and costs $18.48 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Merrillville to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Merrillville to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrillville to Bloomington bus from?

Merrillville to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gary Bus Station.

Where does the Merrillville to Bloomington bus arrive?

Merrillville to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Can I drive from Merrillville to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrillville to Bloomington is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Merrillville to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 39+ hotels available in Bloomington. Prices start at $39.29 per night.
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