What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Saint Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Saint Charles. However, there are services departing from Co-Rec Circle Drive and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via O'Hare MMF Bay 8 and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Saint Charles?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Saint Charles. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Geneva via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

The distance between Purdue University and Saint Charles is 178 miles. The road distance is 150.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles without a car is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs $85 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Saint Charles bus from?

Purdue University to Saint Charles bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, depart from Co-Rec Circle Drive station.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Saint Charles train from?

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

Train or bus from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs $85 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Purdue University to Saint Charles bus arrive?

Purdue University to Saint Charles bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Saint Charles?

Saint Charles is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 7:46 AM in Purdue University and 6:46 AM in Saint Charles.

Where does the Purdue University to Saint Charles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purdue University to Saint Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Saint Charles is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Purdue University to Saint Charles.

Where can I stay near Saint Charles?

There are 153+ hotels available in Saint Charles.

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There are 5 ways to get from Purdue University to Saint Charles by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus Purdue
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
4h 44m
$89–121
Drive 150 mi
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1. Drive from Purdue University to Saint Charlescar 150 mi
3h 7m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Genevatrain Up-W
6h 39m
$56–106
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
4h 29m
$64–275
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Genevatrain Up-W
5h 40m
$45–71

Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Saint Charles, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Saint Charles via Co-Rec Circle Drive, O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility, O'Hare MMF Bay 8, Rosemont CTA Station, and Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Saint Charles via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, and Geneva in around 6h 39m.

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