Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN train

Wed 15 Apr
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London North Eastern Railway
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN

Showing times and prices for 16 Apr

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

1 h 9 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

65 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Chicago, IL for Michigan City, IN every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • South Shore Line
    0:481h22
    Chicago, IL
    2:10Michigan City, IN
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • South Shore Line
    7:511h14
    Chicago, IL
    9:05Michigan City, IN
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • South Shore Line
    8:511h18
    Chicago, IL
    10:09Michigan City, IN
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • South Shore Line
    10:331h23
    Chicago, IL
    11:56Michigan City, IN
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • South Shore Line
    12:381h19
    Chicago, IL
    13:57Michigan City, IN
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN train times

The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN trains for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Shore Line7:51 Chicago, IL
1h14
9:05 Michigan City, IN0 changesdirect
South Shore Line8:51 Chicago, IL
1h18
10:09 Michigan City, IN0 changesdirect
South Shore Line10:33 Chicago, IL
1h23
11:56 Michigan City, IN0 changesdirect
South Shore Line12:38 Chicago, IL
1h19
13:57 Michigan City, IN0 changesdirect
Thursday 16 April
South Shore Line0:48 Chicago, IL
1h22
2:10 Michigan City, IN0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN

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Take a train from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN and enjoy the approximately 65 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
65 km
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Michigan City, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN is 65 km.
To travel from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN.
Booking trains from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN offers some scenic views as it traverses along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, featuring glimpses of the lake, sand dunes, and lush greenery, making it a visually pleasant trip.
To fully experience Michigan City, IN, a stay of two to three days is recommended. This allows sufficient time to explore attractions like the Indiana Dunes National Park, Washington Park Beach, and the Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Chicago, IL to Michigan City, IN.

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