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How to get fromPurdue University to Chestertonby bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Purdue University to Chesterton by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Bus (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, INbus
    4h 13m
    $38–68
  2. Drive 91.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Purdue University to Chestertoncar91.1 mi
    2h 7m
    $17–24
  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationtrainCardinal
    2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Dune ParktrainSsl / ...
    6h 30m
    $69–101

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Chesterton, Porter County, IN, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, IN once daily. Tickets cost $19–45 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Chesterton via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Clinton-Blue, Jackson-Blue, Van Buren St., and Dune Park in around 6h 30m.

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