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

The cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Wheaton is to bus and train which costs $26 - $45 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Wheaton is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between West Lafayette and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lafayette to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Purdue Memorial Union and arriving at Liberty Dr & Hale St via O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility and Oak Brook Center / Macy's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between West Lafayette and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct train from West Lafayette station to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Wheaton via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from West Lafayette to Wheaton?

The distance between West Lafayette and Wheaton is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Wheaton without a car is to bus and train via Chicago which takes 4h 4m and costs $25 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from West Lafayette to Wheaton, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from West Lafayette to Wheaton?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Wheaton is to train which takes 5h and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $140 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the West Lafayette to Wheaton bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between West Lafayette and Wheaton?

Wheaton is 1h behind West Lafayette. It is currently 10:53 PM in West Lafayette and 9:53 PM in Wheaton.

Where does the West Lafayette to Wheaton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Lafayette to Wheaton?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lafayette to Wheaton is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from West Lafayette to Wheaton.

Where can I stay near Wheaton?

There are 337+ hotels available in Wheaton.

West Lafayette to Wheaton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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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 Wheatontrain Up-W
4h 4m
$25–43
Train
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain Up-W
5h
$45–88
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from West Lafayette to Wheatoncar 137.5 mi
2h 45m
$26–37
Fly, train
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain
4h 50m
$36–232
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Train Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain Up-W
4h 36m
$26–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus Purdue
5h 6m
$98–134

West Lafayette to Wheaton by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 147.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Wheaton via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h. Alternatively, Reindeer Shuttle operates a bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility 3 times a day. Tickets cost $56–75 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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