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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Columbia University is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 13h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Columbia University is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 119 St via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary Bus Station, 8 Av/W 31 St and Central Park South/Columbus Circle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 15m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Columbia University?

The distance between Purdue University and Columbia University is 743 miles. The road distance is 759.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Columbia University without a car is to bus via Gary which takes 22h 16m and costs $150 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Purdue University to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Purdue University to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Columbia University is to bus via Gary which takes 22h 16m and costs $150 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $950 and takes 26h 15m.

Where does the Purdue University to Columbia University bus arrive?

Purdue University to Columbia University bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Gary, IN station.

Where does the Purdue University to Columbia University train arrive?

Purdue University to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Columbia University is 760 miles. It takes approximately 13h 26m to drive from Purdue University to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3814+ hotels available in Columbia University.

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There are 10 ways to get from Purdue University to Columbia University by shuttle, plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Laguardia Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane IND - LGA
6h 6m
$156–741
Drive 755.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Columbia Universitycar 755.5 mi
13h 26m
$138–200
Bus via Gary
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, INbus Nashville
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2641 / ...
22h 16m
$156–262
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Cardinal
26h 15m
$554–904
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane IND - JFK
6h 8m
$700–1,655
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane IND - EWR
6h 15m
$348–1,665
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ORD - LGA
7h 5m
$189–569
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ORD - EWR
7h 6m
$201–953
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane IND - PHL
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
7h 38m
$168–1,050
Bus
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to Indianapolis Airportbus Purdue
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0421
24h 2m
$174–257

Purdue University to Columbia University by foot and bus

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Distance: 738.3 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Columbia University via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary, IN, Gary Bus Station, New York Midtown, 8 Av/W 31 St, Central Park West/Columbus Circle, Central Park South/Columbus Circle, and Riverside Dr/W 119 St in around 22h 16m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $550–900 and the journey takes 24h 27m.

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