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Compare all timetables for the bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Merrillville, IN to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
$8
tomorrow
$7
Sunday
$12
Monday
Tuesday
$7
Wednesday
$7
Thursday
$7

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 40m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 0h 50m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 10m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago via Gary, IN, you can save more than $3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 38%
      0h 40m
      Merrillville, IN
      8 mi
      12:45 PM
      Gary, IN
      Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center
      1:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 40m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 0h 50m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 10m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago via Gary, IN, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 29%
      0h 45m
      Merrillville, IN
      8 mi
      6:10 PM
      Gary, IN
      Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center
      6:55 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $5

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $12
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $12
FlixBus 0h 40m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $12
FlixBus 0h 50m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $12
FlixBus 1h 15m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago via Gary, IN, you can save more than $7? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 58%
      0h 40m
      Merrillville, IN
      8 mi
      12:45 PM
      Gary, IN
      Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center
      1:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 40m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 0h 50m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 10m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago via Gary, IN, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 0h 35m
      Merrillville, IN
      8 mi
      12:40 PM
      Gary, IN
      Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center
      1:15 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 40m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 0h 50m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 5m 5:50 PM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $7
FlixBus 1h 10m 5:00 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
FlixBus 1h 15m 10:15 AM Merrillville, IN Starbucks 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago via Gary, IN, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      0h 40m
      Merrillville, IN
      8 mi
      12:45 PM
      Gary, IN
      Adam Benjamin JR Metro Center
      1:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago is $7 on 9/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Merrillville, IN and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Merrillville, IN and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Merrillville, IN to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Merrillville, IN and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 13 buses from Merrillville, IN to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Merrillville, IN and Chicago, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Merrillville, IN to Chicago starting from $7!

Cheapest Bus $7
Fastest Bus 0h 40m
Earliest Bus 5:00 AM
Latest Bus 5:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 31.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Merrillville, IN for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
Tuesday 08/25
Wednesday 08/26
Thursday 08/27
Friday 08/28
$12
Saturday 08/29
$7
Sunday 08/30
$12
Monday 08/31
Tuesday 09/01
$11
Wednesday 09/02
$7
Thursday 09/03
$11
Friday 09/04
Saturday 09/05
$12
Sunday 09/06
$12
Monday 09/07
$15
Tuesday 09/08
Wednesday 09/09
$7
Thursday 09/10
$11
Friday 09/11
$12
Saturday 09/12
Sunday 09/13
$8
Monday 09/14
$7
Tuesday 09/15
$7
Wednesday 09/16
Thursday 09/17
$11
Friday 09/18
$8
Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Merrillville, IN to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $7, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $8.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Merrillville, IN to Chicago, with $7. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $7.

How to save money travelling from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Merrillville, IN to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Merrillville, IN to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Merrillville, IN and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Merrillville, IN and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Merrillville, IN to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Merrillville, IN to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Merrillville, IN to Chicago bus

How much does a Merrillville, IN Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $7 and takes 0h 40m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Merrillville, IN to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $7 and $13. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Merrillville, IN to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Merrillville, IN to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Merrillville, IN to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $8. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Merrillville, IN starts at 5:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Merrillville, IN for Chicago starts at 5:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Merrillville, IN Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Merrillville, IN and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Merrillville, IN and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Merrillville, IN to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Merrillville, IN Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Merrillville, IN Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Merrillville, IN to Chicago on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Merrillville, IN to Chicago?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Merrillville, IN and Chicago. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Merrillville, IN to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Merrillville, IN and Chicago change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Merrillville, IN to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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