What is the cheapest way to get from Michigan City to Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Michigan City to Lafayette is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Michigan City to Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Michigan City to Lafayette is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct train between Michigan City and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan City to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from 11th Street and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Michigan City to Lafayette?

The distance between Michigan City and Lafayette is 178 miles. The road distance is 91.5 miles.

How do I travel from Michigan City to Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Michigan City to Lafayette without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Michigan City to Lafayette?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Michigan City to Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Michigan City to Lafayette train from?

Michigan City to Lafayette train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from 11th Street station.

What is the time difference between Michigan City and Lafayette?

Lafayette is 1h ahead of Michigan City. It is currently 4:31 AM in Michigan City and 5:31 AM in Lafayette.

Where does the Michigan City to Lafayette train arrive?

Michigan City to Lafayette train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Van Buren St. station.

Can I drive from Michigan City to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan City to Lafayette is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Michigan City to Lafayette.

Where can I stay near Lafayette?

There are 45+ hotels available in Lafayette.

Michigan City to Lafayette - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Michigan City to Lafayette by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
5h 5m
$36–59
Drive 90.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan City to Lafayettecar 90.9 mi
2h 8m
$17–24
Train
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 36m
$48–94

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Michigan City, IN, USA and Lafayette, IN, USA?

You can take a train from 11th Street to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Van Buren St., Michigan & Van Buren, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 36m.

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