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

The cheapest way to get from Hammond to Purdue University is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hammond to Purdue University is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Hammond and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from Hammond to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Torrence Ave & 170th St and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal, Chicago Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Hammond and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct train from Hammond to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from East Chicago and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Hammond to Purdue University?

The distance between Hammond and Purdue University is 147 miles. The road distance is 96.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hammond to Purdue University without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Hammond to Purdue University, including transfers.

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

Hammond to Purdue University bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Hammond to Purdue University train from?

Hammond to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Hammond to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Hammond to Purdue University is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Hammond to Purdue University bus arrive?

Hammond to Purdue University bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson & Washington station.

What is the time difference between Hammond and Purdue University?

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Hammond. It is currently 6:48 PM in Hammond and 7:48 PM in Purdue University.

Where does the Hammond to Purdue University train arrive?

Hammond to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Hammond to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Hammond to Purdue University is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Hammond to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 45+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Hammond to Purdue University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hammond to Purdue University by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 27m
$46–91
Drive 96.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hammond to Purdue Universitycar 96.2 mi
1h 47m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal to Jefferson & Washingtonbus J14
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
5h 47m
$29–52
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
6h 11m
$39–72

Hammond to Purdue University by bus and foot

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Torrence Ave & 170th St to Purdue University via 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal, Jefferson & Washington, Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 5h 47m.

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