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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Gainesville is to bus which costs $160 - $270 and takes 21h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Gainesville is to shuttle and fly and drive which takes 7h 27m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd and arriving at Gainesville via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 12m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Gainesville?

The distance between Purdue University and Gainesville is 812 miles. The road distance is 887.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Gainesville without a car is to bus which takes 21h 12m and costs $160 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Purdue University to Gainesville, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Purdue University to Gainesville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purdue University to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Gainesville is 887 miles. It takes approximately 16h 4m to drive from Purdue University to Gainesville.

Where can I stay near Gainesville?

There are 276+ hotels available in Gainesville.

Purdue University to Gainesville - 7 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, and bus

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

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Shuttle, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport
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1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)plane IND - GNV
8h 9m
$125–525
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesvillebus
21h 12m
$160–266
Drive 882.1 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Gainesvillecar 882.1 mi
16h 4m
$161–233
Shuttle, fly to Orlando, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Orlando (MCO)plane IND - MCO
3. Take the bus from Orlando - RedCoach Station, FL to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Drbus
8h 48m
$214–1,025
Shuttle, fly to Orlando Sanford, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane IND - SFB
3. Drive from Orlando-Sanford-Airport-SFB to Gainesvillecar
7h 27m
$148–613
Shuttle, fly to Tampa, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Tampa (TPA)plane IND - TPA
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Gainesvillebus
10h 41m
$175–680
Bus via Nashville
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Nashvillebus
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
3. Take the bus from Tallahassee - FSU - Old St Augustine at Intramural Field to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Drbus
23h 19m
$173–258

Purdue University to Gainesville by foot and bus

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Distance: 807.6 mi
Duration: 8h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Gainesville via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 21h 12m.

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