What is the cheapest way to get from Porter to Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Porter to Lafayette is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porter to Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Porter to Lafayette is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct train between Porter and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Porter to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Dune Park and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Porter to Lafayette?

The distance between Porter and Lafayette is 170 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

How do I travel from Porter to Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Porter to Lafayette without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Porter to Lafayette?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Porter to Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porter to Lafayette train from?

Porter to Lafayette train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Dune Park station.

What is the time difference between Porter and Lafayette?

Lafayette is 1h ahead of Porter. It is currently 11:56 PM in Porter and 12:56 AM in Lafayette.

Where does the Porter to Lafayette train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porter to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Porter to Lafayette is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Porter to Lafayette.

Where can I stay near Lafayette?

There are 45+ hotels available in Lafayette.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dune Park to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
5h
$46–71
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porter to Lafayettecar 100.9 mi
1h 45m
$19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Dune Park to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 31m
$58–106

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Porter, IN, USA and Lafayette, IN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Porter to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Dune Park, Van Buren St., Michigan & Van Buren, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 5h 31m.

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