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Michigan City, Indiana

Michigan City is a city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. It had a population of 32,075 at the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 32,075

Why go

  • City in Indiana, United States.

History

Michigan City is a city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States. It had a population of 32,075 at the 2020 census. Located along Lake Michigan in the Michiana region, the city is about 45 miles (72 km) east of Chicago and is 40 miles (64 km) west of South Bend.

Airports

Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC) 4.3 mi to the centre
Michigan City, IN, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Porter County Municipal Airport (VPZ) 19 mi to the centre
Valparaiso, IN, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
La Porte Municipal Airport (LPO) 13 mi to the centre
La Porte, IN, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Michigan City, Indiana
Michigan City, Indiana
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Michigan City, Indiana — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Michigan City, Indiana. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

South Shore Line
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

Chicago South Shore and South Bend
Rail operator
Amtrak
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Greyhound
Intercity coach
Jefferson Lines
Intercity coach
MegaBus
Intercity coach
Trailways
Intercity coach