What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Argonne National Laboratory?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory. However, there are services departing from Purdue Memorial Union and arriving at Downers Grove via O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Argonne National Laboratory?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Argonne National Laboratory. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Fairview Ave. via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory?

The distance between Purdue University and Argonne National Laboratory is 167 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory bus from?

Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, depart from Purdue Memorial Union station.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory train from?

Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 6h 7m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $320 and takes 3h 15m.

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Q: How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or shuttle

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1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus Purdue
2. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Downers Grovebus Chicago to Champaign via shopping from Woodfield SB
4h 24m
$108–146
Drive 125.9 mi
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1. Drive from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratorycar 125.9 mi
2h 33m
$23–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
6h 7m
$56–107
Fly Purdue University Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
3h 15m
$105–311
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
4h 19m
$123–423
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
4h 45m
$528–1,223

Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Argonne National Laboratory, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Argonne National Laboratory via Purdue Memorial Union, O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility, and Downers Grove in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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