Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Co-Rec Circle Drive and arriving at Washington St - Indianapolis Zoo - 1200 via Indianapolis Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

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Q: What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 14m.

Q: What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $11 - $17.

Q: How far is it from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The distance between Purdue University and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is 86 miles. The road distance is 64 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis without a car is to bus and line 8 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $40.

Q: How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, including transfers.

Q: Train or bus from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis is to bus and line 8 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $24 - $55 and takes 3h 41m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Bus, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to Indianapolis Airportbus Purdue
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Washington St - Indianapolis Zoo - 1200bus 8
3h 12m
$31–39
Drive 63.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapoliscar 63.6 mi
1h 14m
$12–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
3h 41m
$24–51
Shuttle, line 8 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle Lafayette
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Washington St - Indianapolis Zoo - 1200bus 8
3h 17m
$35

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Map of how to get from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis.

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Distance: 85.9 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, IN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis via Co-Rec Circle Drive, Indianapolis Airport, and Washington St - Indianapolis Zoo - 1200 in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $23–50 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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