What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University is to fly and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $650 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station 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 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Purdue University?

The distance between Kansas City and Purdue University is 448 miles. The road distance is 487.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 39m and costs $160 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Purdue University?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Kansas City to Purdue University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Purdue University bus from?

Kansas City to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Purdue University train from?

Kansas City to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Purdue University is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $85 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $230 and takes 12h 13m, you could also train, which costs $170 - $370 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Kansas City to Purdue University bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Purdue University?

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Kansas City. It is currently 4:26 PM in Kansas City and 5:26 PM in Purdue University.

Where does the Kansas City to Purdue University train arrive?

Kansas City to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Purdue University is 488 miles. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Kansas City to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 50+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Kansas City to Purdue University - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Kansas City to Purdue University by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly to Purdue University Airport
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1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)plane MCI - LAF
6h 45m
$86–481
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
11h 39m
$166–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station 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
12h 13m
$139–223
Drive 484.8 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Purdue Universitycar 484.8 mi
8h 17m
$89–128
Fly to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MCI - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus
5h 44m
$679–1,040
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCI - ORD
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle
8h 6m
$380–810
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCI - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 36m
$111–519
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
12h 10m
$178–366

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

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11h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 445.1 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Purdue University Airport (LAF) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kansas City Bus Station 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 12h 13m.

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