There are 6 ways to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Bus
best- Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
- Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
5h 4m$51–103Drive 97.5 mi
cheapest- Drive from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue Universitycar 97.5 mi
1h 52m$18–26Train (Amtrak)
- Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
- Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
7h 17m$95–188Airport Transfer
- Take the rideshare from Champaign-CMI to Purdue University97.5 mi
1h 52mBus, train
- Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
- Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 20m$60–108Bus via Indianapolis Airport (IND)
- Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
- Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus Indianapolis
7h 39m$49–78
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 52m.
The fastest way to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $17 - $26.
No, there is no direct bus from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via Indianapolis Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
No, there is no direct train from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
The distance between Champaign Airport (CMI) and Purdue University is 192 miles. The road distance is 98.1 miles.
The best way to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University without a car is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $50 - $110.
It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University, including transfers.
Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.
Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.
The best way to get from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 7h 17m.
What companies run services between Champaign Airport (CMI), USA and Purdue University, IN, USA?
You can take a vehicle from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, Indianapolis Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University via Champaign-Urbana, Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and Mitch Daniels Blv & Russell St in around 7h 17m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 36m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $40–85
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- $35–80
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 36m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- $23–50
- Website
- Amtrak
Rome2Rio's guide to Greyhound USA
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100
- [email protected]
- Website
- Greyhound
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $17–35
- Website
- Greyhound
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $17–35
- Website
- Greyhound
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $17–35
- Website
- Greyhound
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak Thruway
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $14–45
- Website
- Amtrak
- Adult
- $14–45
- Phone
- +1 765-637-5124
- [email protected]
- Website
- Reindeer Shuttle
Bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drive
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $29–37
- Website
- Reindeer Shuttle
- Online Advance
- $29–32
- Walk up Cash
- $33–37
- Website
- https://www.mozio.com
Rideshare from Champaign-CMI to Purdue University
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- On demand
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More Questions & Answers
Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.
Purdue University is 1h ahead of Champaign Airport (CMI). It is currently 8:46 AM in Champaign Airport (CMI) and 9:46 AM in Purdue University.
Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Champaign Airport (CMI) to Purdue University.
There are 49+ hotels available in Purdue University.
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Champaign Airport (CMI) and Purdue University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.