Rome2Rio

How to get fromPurdue University to Notre Dameby bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Find Transport to Notre Dame

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 5 ways to get from Purdue University to Notre Dame by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0100 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Gary to South Bendbus bus Bsb 26 / ...
    5h 17m
    $39–57

  2. Drive  112.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Purdue University to Notre Damecar car 112.1 mi
    2h 24m
    $19–27

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Cardinal
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain train Lake Shore Limited / ...
    7h 24m
    $128–202

  4. Bus, train via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd

    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0100 / ...
    2. Take the train from Gary to South Bend Airporttrain train Eastbound from Chicago / ...
    5h 18m
    $47–62

  5. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, INbus bus Nashville
    2. Take the train from Gary to South Bend Airporttrain train Eastbound from Chicago / ...
    5h 41m
    $51–83

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Purdue University to Notre Dame.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 158.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Notre Dame via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, CityBus Center: BUS215, Lafayette Bus Stop, Gary Bus Station, Gary, and South Bend in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Notre Dame via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, 2nd St & Columbia St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and South Bend Station in around 7h 24m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

Booking & Getting There