There is no easy route from Valpo
Westbound at the 80/94-80/294 merge will be stopped, as it is on each Friday. Of course you know about the 80/94 construction.
Us 30 is a logical alternate except Ford Heights. Can you say "ghetto?"
How well do you know the area? I can help route you thought the state line area if you've adventurous.
E-mail me.