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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Michigan is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Michigan is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Michigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Michigan. However, there are services departing from Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd and arriving at Detroit, MI via Lafayette Amtrak Station and Indianapolis, IN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Michigan?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Michigan. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Campus Martius - Southbound via Chicago Union Station and Baltimore St - Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Michigan?

The distance between Purdue University and Michigan is 319 miles. The road distance is 274.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Michigan without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $40 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Purdue University to Michigan, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Purdue University to Michigan?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Michigan is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $40 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $250 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Purdue University to Michigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Purdue University to Michigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purdue University to Michigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Michigan is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Purdue University to Michigan.

Where can I stay near Michigan?

There are 510+ hotels available in Michigan.

Purdue University to Michigan - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Purdue University to Michigan by shuttle, plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
5h 9m
$455–1,335
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati / ...
8h 42m
$42–116
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
11h 31m
$95–241
Drive 272.6 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Detroitcar 272.6 mi
5h 3m
$50–72
Bus via Detroit Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0112
9h 22m
$55–116
Bus via Chicago (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Nashville
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 27m
$90–141

Purdue University to Michigan by foot and bus

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8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317.5 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Detroit, MI via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, and Indianapolis, IN in around 8h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Campus Martius - Southbound via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Detroit, and Baltimore St - Southbound in around 11h 31m.

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