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

The cheapest way to get from Merrillville to Purdue University is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrillville to Purdue University is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Merrillville and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct train from Merrillville station to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from Dyer Station and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Merrillville to Purdue University?

The distance between Merrillville and Purdue University is 107 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrillville to Purdue University without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Merrillville to Purdue University, including transfers.

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

Merrillville to Purdue University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dyer Station.

What is the time difference between Merrillville and Purdue University?

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Merrillville. It is currently 1:17 AM in Merrillville and 2:17 AM in Purdue University.

Where does the Merrillville to Purdue University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrillville to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrillville to Purdue University is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Merrillville to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 50+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Merrillville to Purdue University - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Merrillville to Purdue University by train (Amtrak), car, bus, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Dyer Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
2h 50m
$69–111
Drive 82.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrillville to Purdue Universitycar 82.7 mi
1h 25m
$16–22
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merillville, IN to Chicagobus Cleveland
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
6h 37m
$36–100

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Distance: 106.7 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Dyer Station to Lafayette Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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