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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Michigan City and West Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan City to West Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from 11th Street and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Jackson-Blue and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Michigan City to West Lafayette?

The distance between Michigan City and West Lafayette is 130 miles. The road distance is 90.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan City to West Lafayette without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 58m and costs $22 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Michigan City to West Lafayette, including transfers.

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

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

What is the time difference between Michigan City and West Lafayette?

West Lafayette is 1h ahead of Michigan City. It is currently 10:02 PM in Michigan City and 11:02 PM in West Lafayette.

Where does the Michigan City to West Lafayette train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Michigan City to West Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan City to West Lafayette is 90 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Michigan City to West Lafayette.

Where can I stay near West Lafayette?

There are 50+ hotels available in West Lafayette.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Garytrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Lafayette Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0120S
3h 58m
$22–38
Drive 89.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan City to West Lafayettecar 89.8 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 45m
$47–96

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from 11th Street to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Van Buren St., Jackson-Blue, LaSalle, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 45m.

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