Navigating Gary and Northwest Indiana is made easy with the Gary Public Transportation Corporation (GPTC). Understanding the bus schedule is key to a smooth commute, and GPTC is dedicated to keeping their routes running on time. To ensure you don’t miss your bus, it’s always recommended to arrive at your designated stop a few minutes early, as minor discrepancies between timekeeping devices can occur.
GPTC provides detailed route maps and schedules to assist you in planning your journey. These resources are readily available for each route, offering time points to help you pinpoint when your bus will arrive at your stop. While GPTC strives for punctuality, occasional delays or service disruptions can happen, and any such updates are promptly listed on the homepage of their website. For immediate assistance or answers to any queries, the GPTC Customer Service Information Line is available at (219) 980-7566. You can also reach out through their Facebook page, GaryTransit, for support.
Discover Entertainment and Job Opportunities with the Road to the Hard Rock Casino
GPTC expands access to entertainment and employment through its service to the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. The Route R3 Burr Lake Ridge is your connection to world-class entertainment and numerous job opportunities. With buses running every half-hour, accessing the Hard Rock Casino and surrounding areas has never been more convenient. This route doesn’t just stop at the casino; it also serves Ridge Plaza, Goodwill/Excel Center, Griffith Plaza, and other key locations, making it a versatile option for various destinations.
Experience the Enhanced Broadway Metro Express (Bmx) Service
The Broadway Metro Express (Bmx) offers a faster and more direct route along Broadway, connecting Gary to Crown Point and providing a link to the South Shore Line. Bmx buses operate every 30 minutes with limited stops at designated locations to expedite travel times. As ridership increases, GPTC plans to enhance the service further by increasing frequency to every 20 minutes. Recent improvements to the Bmx route include the addition of three new stops: the Lake County Government Building, the Adam Benjamin Jr. VA Outpatient Clinic, and Purdue Research Park/Ivy Tech Campus. These additions improve accessibility to important community and educational hubs along the Broadway corridor.
For a quick reference, you can access abbreviated stop lists for the Bmx route in PDF format:
Weekday Bmx Schedule
Saturday Bmx Schedule
Learn more about the Broadway Metro Express to discover how it can streamline your travel across Gary and beyond.
