What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor station to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via Chicago Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Purdue University is 371 miles. The road distance is 258.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Purdue University without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University without a car is to bus which takes 8h 37m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Purdue University bus from?

Ann Arbor to Purdue University bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Purdue University train from?

Ann Arbor to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University is to bus which takes 8h 37m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Purdue University bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Purdue University bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Purdue University train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Purdue University is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Ann Arbor to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 50+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Ann Arbor to Purdue University - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Purdue University by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, shuttle, or train

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
8h 37m
$109–164
Drive 257.2 mi
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1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Purdue Universitycar 257.2 mi
4h 42m
$47–68
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
8h 47m
$115–239
Bus, fly to Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Blake Transit Center to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DTW - IND
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus
5h 24m
$111–545
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
10h 33m
$71–138
Bus, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Blake Transit Center to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle
7h 36m
$187–725
Bus, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Blake Transit Center to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 15m
$178–564

Ann Arbor to Purdue University by bus and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 369.2 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Purdue University, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Purdue University via Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Purdue University via Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 8h 47m.

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