What is the cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Topeka?

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Topeka is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lafayette to Topeka?

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Topeka is to bus and fly and drive which takes 6h 3m and costs $120 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Lafayette and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Lafayette station to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Topeka via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Topeka?

The distance between Lafayette and Topeka is 707 miles. The road distance is 553.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lafayette to Topeka without a car?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Topeka without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 56m and costs $180 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Lafayette to Topeka?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Lafayette to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Topeka bus from?

Lafayette to Topeka bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Where does the Lafayette to Topeka bus arrive?

Lafayette to Topeka bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Lafayette and Topeka?

Topeka is 1h behind Lafayette. It is currently 12:34 AM in Lafayette and 11:34 PM in Topeka.

Can I drive from Lafayette to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Topeka is 553 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Lafayette to Topeka.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lafayette to Topeka?

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Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 40+ hotels available in Topeka.

Lafayette to Topeka - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and shuttle

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There are 8 ways to get from Lafayette to Topeka by bus, plane, car, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or shuttle

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Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Pmu to ORD Airportbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
6h 3m
$127–428
Fly Purdue University Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane LAF - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
12h 59m
$82–388
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
12h 56m
$184–374
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus
14h 35m
$99–212
Drive 549.9 mi
1. Drive from Lafayette to Topekacar 549.9 mi
9h 14m
$101–145
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Holiday Inn City Centre to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)plane IND - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
8h 10m
$705–1,088
Fly Purdue University Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LAF - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 2m
$141–606
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take the bus from Pmu to ORD Airportbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
8h 57m
$446–876

Lafayette to Topeka by bus and train (Amtrak)

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12h 56mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 702.6 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Lafayette, IN, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Topeka via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 14h 35m.

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