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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Carbondale is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Carbondale is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd and arriving at Carbondale via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station and St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Carbondale via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Carbondale?

The distance between Purdue University and Carbondale is 454 miles. The road distance is 275.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Carbondale without a car is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $60 - $140.

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

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

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

Purdue University to Carbondale bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

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

Purdue University to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Purdue University to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Carbondale is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $390 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Purdue University to Carbondale bus arrive?

Purdue University to Carbondale bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Carbondale?

Carbondale is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 1:21 PM in Purdue University and 12:21 PM in Carbondale.

Where does the Purdue University to Carbondale train arrive?

Purdue University to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Carbondale is 276 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Purdue University to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 62+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Purdue University to Carbondale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Purdue University to Carbondale by bus, plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane ORD - MWA
5h 34m
$166–321
Drive 274.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Carbondalecar 274.2 mi
5h 18m
$50–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
10h 32m
$64–133
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
11h 10m
$236–381
Bus, fly to Cape Girardeau Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cape Girardeau Municipal Airport (CGI)plane ORD - CGI
3. Take the taxi from Cape Girardeau Municipal Airport (CGI) to Carbondaletaxi
6h 30m
$276–631
Bus, fly to Barkley Regional Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ORD - PAH
3. Drive from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Carbondalecar
6h 33m
$108–370
Bus via Nashville
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Nashvillebus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2521
13h 51m
$81–121

Purdue University to Carbondale by foot and bus

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10h 32mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.8 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Carbondale via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, and St. Louis in around 10h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Carbondale via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 11h 10m.

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