What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $180 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Jefferson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Jefferson City. However, there are services departing from Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd and arriving at Jefferson City via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Jefferson City?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Jefferson City station. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Jefferson City Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 26m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

The distance between Purdue University and Jefferson City is 530 miles. The road distance is 372.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 22m and costs $240 - $400.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

It takes approximately 12h 22m to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Jefferson City bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Jefferson City train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City is to bus which takes 12h 41m and costs $90 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $470 and takes 7h 50m, you could also train, which costs $280 - $470 and takes 13h 26m.

Where does the Purdue University to Jefferson City bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Jefferson City?

Jefferson City is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 8:07 AM in Purdue University and 7:07 AM in Jefferson City.

Where does the Purdue University to Jefferson City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purdue University to Jefferson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Jefferson City is 372 miles. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Purdue University to Jefferson City.

Where can I stay near Jefferson City?

There are 21+ hotels available in Jefferson City.

Purdue University to Jefferson City - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Purdue University to Jefferson City by bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, plane, train (Amtrak), or shuttle

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Nashville
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson City Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
12h 22m
$245–396
Drive 370.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Jefferson Citycar 370.1 mi
6h 33m
$64–92
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 Bus Station to Jefferson Citybus
12h 41m
$93–172
Fly from Purdue University Airport
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane LAF - COU
7h 50m
$146–461
Bus, train via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2515 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson City Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
12h 29m
$240–386
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson City Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
13h 26m
$286–461
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane ORD - COU
5h 43m
$186–451
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane IND - COU
7h 27m
$193–573

Purdue University to Jefferson City by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

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12h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 526.8 mi
Duration: 12h 22m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Jefferson City, MO, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Jefferson City via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, and Jefferson City in around 12h 41m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) twice daily.

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