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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan City to Purdue University is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Michigan City to Purdue University is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $16 - $24.

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

No, there is no direct train from Michigan City to Purdue University 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 6h 7m.

How far is it from Michigan City to Purdue University?

The distance between Michigan City and Purdue University is 180 miles. The road distance is 91.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan City to Purdue University without a car is to train which takes 6h 7m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Michigan City to Purdue University, including transfers.

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

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

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

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Michigan City. It is currently 8:27 AM in Michigan City and 9:27 AM in Purdue University.

Where does the Michigan City to Purdue University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Michigan City to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan City to Purdue University is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Michigan City to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 51+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Michigan City to Purdue University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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
6h 7m
$44–85
Drive 90.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan City to Purdue Universitycar 90.7 mi
2h 10m
$17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Garytrain Ssl
2. Take the bus from Gary, IN to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
6h 9m
$35–63
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
6h 49m
$42–76

Michigan City to Purdue University by train, bus, and foot

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6h 7mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a train from 11th Street to Purdue University via Van Buren St., Michigan & Van Buren, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 6h 7m.

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