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There are 4 ways to get from Purdue University to Columbus by bus, taxi, train, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi via Purdue Memorial Union

    best
    1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportbus bus Purdue
    2. Take the taxi from Indianapolis Airport to Columbustaxi taxi
    2h 47m
    $149–186

  2. Drive 110.4 mi

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    1. Drive from Purdue University to Columbuscar car 110.4 mi
    2h 4m
    $21–30

  3. Train, taxi

    1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolistrain train Cardinal
    2. Take the taxi from Indianapolis to Columbustaxi taxi
    4h 1m
    $125–181

  4. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to Indianapolis Airportbus bus Purdue
    2. Take the taxi from Indianapolis Airport to Columbustaxi taxi
    2h 49m
    $149–187

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  • Distance: 123.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 47m

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

There is no direct connection from Purdue University to Columbus. However, you can walk to Purdue Memorial Union, take the bus to Indianapolis Airport, then take the taxi to Columbus. Alternatively, you can walk to Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, take the line 41 bus to Columbia St & 4th St, walk to Lafayette Amtrak Station, take the train to Indianapolis, then take the taxi to Columbus.

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