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

The cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between West Lafayette and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lafayette to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Purdue Memorial Union and arriving at Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via O'Hare MMF Bay 9, Des Plaines Metra Station, Golf Mill Station, Hawthorn Mall and College of Lake County. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between West Lafayette and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from West Lafayette station to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from West Lafayette to Gurnee?

The distance between West Lafayette and Gurnee is 163 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee without a car is to bus and train via Chicago which takes 5h 2m and costs $28 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee, including transfers.

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

West Lafayette to Gurnee bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, depart from Purdue Memorial Union station.

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

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

Train or bus from West Lafayette to Gurnee?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 208 bus and line 272 bus and line 574 bus and line 565 bus, which costs $60 - $80 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the West Lafayette to Gurnee bus arrive?

West Lafayette to Gurnee bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility station.

What is the time difference between West Lafayette and Gurnee?

Gurnee is 1h behind West Lafayette. It is currently 4:18 AM in West Lafayette and 3:18 AM in Gurnee.

Where does the West Lafayette to Gurnee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Lafayette to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lafayette to Gurnee is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from West Lafayette to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 188+ hotels available in Gurnee.

West Lafayette to Gurnee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from West Lafayette to Gurnee by bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train via Chicago
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1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 2m
$29–46
Train
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
6h 13m
$75–115
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from West Lafayette to Gurneecar 160.2 mi
2h 58m
$29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Train Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 57m
$32–47
Bus, line 208 bus, line 272 bus, line 574 bus, line 565 bus
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Take the bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 9 to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus 250
3. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Golf Mill Stationbus 208
4. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Hawthorn Mallbus 272
5. Take the bus from Hawthorn Mall to College of Lake Countybus 574
6. Take the bus from College of Lake County to Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Avebus 565
7h 27m
$61–79

West Lafayette to Gurnee by bus and train

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Waukegan, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility, O'Hare MMF Bay 9, Des Plaines Metra Station, Golf Mill Station, Hawthorn Mall, and College of Lake County in around 7h 27m.

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