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

The cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between West Lafayette and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lafayette to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Purdue Memorial Union and arriving at Indianapolis Airport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between West Lafayette and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from West Lafayette station to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from West Lafayette to Plainfield?

The distance between West Lafayette and Plainfield is 77 miles. The road distance is 63.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield without a car is to bus which takes 1h 43m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from West Lafayette to Plainfield?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield is to bus which takes 1h 43m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the West Lafayette to Plainfield bus arrive?

West Lafayette to Plainfield bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at Indianapolis Airport station.

Where does the West Lafayette to Plainfield train arrive?

West Lafayette to Plainfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from West Lafayette to Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lafayette to Plainfield is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from West Lafayette to Plainfield.

Where can I stay near Plainfield?

There are 484+ hotels available in Plainfield.

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There are 4 ways to get from West Lafayette to Plainfield by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportbus Purdue
1h 43m
$49–61
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Lafayette to Plainfieldcar 63 mi
1h 19m
$12–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2h 15m
$58–93
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue Mem Union - State Street to Indianapolis Airportshuttle Lafayette
1h 50m
$35–58

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Distance: 76.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between West Lafayette, IN, USA and Plainfield, Hendricks County, IN, USA?

Reindeer Shuttle operates a bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–36 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $23–50 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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