What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Purdue University?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Purdue University is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Purdue University?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Purdue University is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 23m and costs $120 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via St Louis Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Columbia to Purdue University?

The distance between Columbia and Purdue University is 320 miles. The road distance is 362.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Purdue University without a car is to bus which takes 11h 48m and costs $70 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Purdue University?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Columbia to Purdue University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Purdue University bus from?

Columbia to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Columbia to Purdue University is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $110 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Columbia to Purdue University bus arrive?

Columbia to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Purdue University?

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Columbia. It is currently 9:47 AM in Columbia and 10:47 AM in Purdue University.

Can I drive from Columbia to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Purdue University is 363 miles. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Columbia to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 45+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Columbia to Purdue University - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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

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Fly to Purdue University Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)plane COU - LAF
6h 53m
$111–397
Drive 360.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Purdue Universitycar 360.4 mi
6h 29m
$66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
11h 48m
$73–160
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 15m
$279–496
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane COU - ORD
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle
6h 23m
$125–376
Fly to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Indianapolis (IND)plane COU - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus
6h 46m
$169–606
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 59m
$144–315

Columbia to Purdue University by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 48mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.2 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Columbia, MO, USA and Purdue University, IN, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Purdue University Airport (LAF) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbia to Purdue University via St Louis Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 11h 48m.

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