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Charleston to Gary Bus Schedule

Bus from Charleston to Gary: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Charleston to Gary. Traveling by bus from Charleston to Gary usually takes around 14 hours, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance376 mi (606 km)
Shortest duration12h 10m
Cheapest price$101.00
Most frequent serviceBarons Bus Lines
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What bus companies travel from Charleston to Gary?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Charleston to Gary. Barons Bus Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Barons Bus Lines414h 1m$110.60
  • Book Barons Bus Lines from Charleston to Gary from $101. There are 4 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Charleston to Gary and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Gary. In Charleston, Barons Bus Lines departs to Gary from Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St and one other station. In Gary, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Gary .

    An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Charleston to Gary takes 14 hours and 1 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Gary in 12 hours and 10 minutes .

    On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Gary.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Charleston to Gary

The bus takes an average of 14 hours to cover the 376 miles from Charleston to Gary. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Gary at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Charleston to Gary, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Charleston to Gary every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Gary

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Keep an open mind, and Gary may surprise you on your next vacation. Gary is popular for its many casinos, including the Trump Casino and Hotel and the Majestic Star Casino, which sit side-by-side at Buffington Harbor. Gary is located on the bank of Lake Michigan, so don't miss out on the chance to go sailboating and windsurfing on a beautiful day. The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, just a few miles east of Gary, is a sandy lakeside oasis if you enjoy camping and hiking.

Grab a quick meal at Miller Pizza Company, a father-and-son pizzeria with over 30 years of history. Arman's Restaurant, a local favorite, offers home-cooked meals and a warm atmosphere.

Gary can be reached via bus service on several major bus companies, and the Gary/Chicago International Airport is very close to downtown to travel via air.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Charleston?

Main departure station: Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St

Charleston has two bus stations with service to Gary.

All bus stations in Charleston:

  • Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St

  • Charleston (KRT Transit Mall)

Where does the bus arrive in Gary?

Main arrival station: Gary

All buses from Charleston arrive at one main station in Gary.

All bus stations in Gary:

  • Gary

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