The cheapest and fastest buses from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 buses that leave Jackson, MI for Gary, IN on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
10:15 AM3h05Jackson, MI1:20 PMGary, IN$491One-way0 transfers
10:15 AM3h05Jackson, MI1:20 PMGary, IN$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Jackson, MI to Gary, IN
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $443.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $443 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN costing on average $61 (€50).
A train is $393 (€322) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN costing on average $443 (€363).
Other travel options to Gary, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
You'll arrive about -2h -3m sooner (3h 50m by bus vs 2h 47m by car) and save roughly $-24.48 (€-20.03) compared to fuel and tolls ($61 (€50) vs $37 (€30)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Jackson, MI to Gary, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Live departures
Jackson, MI to Gary, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jackson, MI to Gary, IN buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:15 AM Jackson, MI | 3h05 | 1:20 PM Gary, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN
Buses from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:10, the last at 07:45. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 7:10 AM |
Last bus 7:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Jackson, MI to Gary, INYou can travel by bus between Jackson, MI to Gary, IN with Greyhound for as low as $50 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jackson, MI to Gary, IN by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gary, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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