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 $22, 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
- 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 11732 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 WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $22
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Merrillville to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $22. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Merrillville to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Merrillville to Chicago is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 53 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Merrillville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Merrillville to Chicago at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Merrillville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Merrillville to Chicago generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $14To 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 $14 to $24 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-26.
