The Iconic Dearborn Street Bridge: A Gateway to Chicago's Charm

Getting There

• Public Transit

  To reach the Dearborn Street Bridge from Gary, Indiana, start by taking the South Shore Line train from the Gary Metro Center. Board the train heading towards Chicago. The ride will take approximately 50 minutes. Once you arrive at the Millennium Station in Chicago, exit the train and head to the exit. From there, walk east towards Michigan Avenue. Take a right on Michigan Avenue and walk south until you reach the intersection with the Chicago River. The Dearborn Street Bridge will be directly ahead, crossing over the river.

• Bus

  Begin your journey by taking the Gary Public Transportation Corporation bus route 10 to the Gary Metro Center. There, transfer to the Greyhound bus heading to Chicago. Once in Chicago, get off at the Greyhound station located at 630 W Harrison St. From there, walk north to the nearest 'L' train station, which is the Polk station. Board the Pink Line train towards 54th/Cermak. Transfer at 18th station to the Orange Line towards Midway. Get off at the Harold Washington Library station. From there, walk east towards State Street, then north until you reach the Chicago River, where the Dearborn Street Bridge is located.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply request a ride from your current location in Gary to the Dearborn Street Bridge in Chicago. The driver will take you directly to the bridge, which is located at the intersection of Dearborn Street and the river. This option is more expensive but offers the convenience of a direct trip.