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 $110 - $180 and takes 12h 15m.

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 bus which takes 7h 19m and costs $240 - $1,300.

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 Sumter Laurel South and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 51m.

How far is it from Columbia to Purdue University?

The distance between Columbia and Purdue University is 564 miles. The road distance is 653 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 23h 51m and costs $160 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m 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 Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Columbia to Purdue University is to fly which takes 9h 15m and costs $180 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $330 and takes 23h 51m.

Where does the Columbia to Purdue University bus arrive?

Columbia to Purdue University bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Camden station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Purdue University is 653 miles. It takes approximately 12h 15m to drive from Columbia to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 50+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Columbia to Purdue University - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia to Purdue University by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Purdue University Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)plane CAE - LAF
9h 15m
$182–952
Drive 649.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Purdue Universitycar 649.2 mi
12h 15m
$119–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
23h 51m
$160–322
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
33h 21m
$438–886
Fly to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Indianapolis (IND)plane CAE - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus
7h 19m
$240–1,242
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CAE - ORD
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle
8h 23m
$162–812

Columbia to Purdue University by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

33h 21mAverage Duration

$438Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.5 mi
Duration: 9h 15m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Purdue University Airport (LAF) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Purdue University via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 23h 51m.

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