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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Purdue University is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Purdue University is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Palatine and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from Palatine station to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines Metra Station and arriving at Co-Rec Circle Drive via O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Purdue University station. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Palatine to Purdue University?

The distance between Palatine and Purdue University is 151 miles. The road distance is 148.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Purdue University without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Palatine to Purdue University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Purdue University bus from?

Palatine to Purdue University bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, depart from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility station.

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

Palatine to Purdue University train services, operated by Metra, depart from Palatine station.

Train or bus from Palatine to Purdue University?

The best way to get from Palatine to Purdue University is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Palatine to Purdue University bus arrive?

Palatine to Purdue University bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at Co-Rec Circle Drive station.

What is the time difference between Palatine and Purdue University?

Purdue University is 1h ahead of Palatine. It is currently 12:34 PM in Palatine and 1:34 PM in Purdue University.

Where does the Palatine to Purdue University train arrive?

Palatine to Purdue University train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Palatine to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Purdue University is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Palatine to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 51+ hotels available in Purdue University.

Palatine to Purdue University - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Palatine to Purdue University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, plane, or shuttle

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best
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 34m
$39–80
Drive 147.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palatine to Purdue Universitycar 147.5 mi
2h 51m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Co-Rec Circle Drivebus Ord
6h 1m
$60–82
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Palatine to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)plane ORD - LAF
3h 52m
$37–261
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Multi-Modal Facility to West Lafayette, INshuttle Laffayette
5h 16m
$34–62

Palatine to Purdue University by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Palatine to Purdue University via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Columbia St & 2nd St, and First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, Reindeer Shuttle operates a bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Co-Rec Circle Drive 3 times a day. Tickets cost $56–75 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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