What is the cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

The cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between West Lafayette and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lafayette to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Bus Stop and arriving at Washington & Canal via Clinton & Quincy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between West Lafayette and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct train from West Lafayette station to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Elmhurst via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

The distance between West Lafayette and Elmhurst is 139 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

How do I travel from West Lafayette to Elmhurst without a car?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst without a car is to bus via Washington & Canal which takes 3h 43m and costs $25 - $45.

How long does it take to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Lafayette to Elmhurst bus from?

West Lafayette to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Lafayette Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the West Lafayette to Elmhurst train from?

West Lafayette to Elmhurst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst is to bus via Washington & Canal which takes 3h 43m and costs $25 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the West Lafayette to Elmhurst bus arrive?

West Lafayette to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between West Lafayette and Elmhurst?

Elmhurst is 1h behind West Lafayette. It is currently 6:04 AM in West Lafayette and 5:04 AM in Elmhurst.

Where does the West Lafayette to Elmhurst train arrive?

West Lafayette to Elmhurst train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from West Lafayette to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lafayette to Elmhurst is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from West Lafayette to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 364+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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There are 6 ways to get from West Lafayette to Elmhurst by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Washington & Canal
best
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
3h 43m
$25–42
Drive 131.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Lafayette to Elmhurstcar 131.2 mi
2h 32m
$24–35
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
4h 39m
$45–87
Fly, line 332 bus
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
2. Take the bus from Cargo Rd./Delta Cargo to York/Second/Palmerbus
4h 15m
$32–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus Purdue
3h 59m
$59–77
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Train Stationbus Greyhound US0100
4h 15m
$26–44

West Lafayette to Elmhurst by bus, foot, and train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between West Lafayette, IN, USA and Elmhurst, IL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Greyhound USA also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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