What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Akron?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Akron is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Akron?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Akron is to drive which takes 6h and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Akron?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Akron. However, there are services departing from Co-Rec Circle Drive and arriving at Akron Ohio Metro Transit via Indianapolis Airport, Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio Greyhound Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 39m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Akron?

The distance between Purdue University and Akron is 415 miles. The road distance is 317.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Akron without a car is to train and bus via Reading which takes 11h 25m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Akron?

It takes approximately 11h 25m to get from Purdue University to Akron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Akron bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Akron?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Akron is to fly which takes 8h 37m and costs $70 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus via Columbus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 12h 39m.

Where does the Purdue University to Akron bus arrive?

Purdue University to Akron bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at Indianapolis Airport station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Akron?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Akron is 318 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Purdue University to Akron.

Where can I stay near Akron?

There are 134+ hotels available in Akron.

Purdue University to Akron - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Purdue University to Akron by train, bus, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Cincinnati Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Greyhound Station Cincinnati to Metro Transit Center Akron Ohio
11h 25m
$67–140
Drive 316 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Akron316 mi
6h
$58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Cleveland
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Akron, OH
14h
$115–245
Fly Purdue University Airport to Akron
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Akron (CAK)LAF - CAK
8h 37m
$71–421
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Columbus Bus Station
3. Take the bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Metro Transit Center Akron Ohio
11h 32m
$66–155
Bus via Columbus
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to Indianapolis Airport
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus, Ohio Greyhound Station to Akron Ohio Metro Transit
12h 39m
$106–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, IN
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Akron Bus StationGreyhound US0164
13h 19m
$60–146
Fly Purdue University Airport to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)LAF - CLE
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Akron, OH
7h 39m
$81–512
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Akron
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Akron (CAK)ORD - CAK
6h 45m
$111–430
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)ORD - CLE
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Akron, OH
7h 34m
$181–561

Purdue University to Akron by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 412.9 mi
Duration: 11h 25m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Akron, OH, USA?

United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Akron (CAK) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Akron Ohio Metro Transit via Co-Rec Circle Drive, Indianapolis Airport, Ctc-M, Indianapolis, Columbus, and Columbus, Ohio Greyhound Station in around 12h 39m.

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