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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Detroit is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Detroit is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Lafayette Amtrak Station and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Purdue University and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Purdue University station to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Detroit?

The distance between Purdue University and Detroit is 326 miles. The road distance is 274.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Detroit without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 14m and costs $50 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Purdue University to Detroit, including transfers.

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

Purdue University to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Detroit train from?

Purdue University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Purdue University to Detroit?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Detroit is to train which takes 11h 1m and costs $120 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 10h 21m.

Where does the Purdue University to Detroit bus arrive?

Purdue University to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

Where does the Purdue University to Detroit train arrive?

Purdue University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Detroit is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Purdue University to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 455+ hotels available in Detroit.

Purdue University to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Purdue University to Detroit by shuttle, plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, subway, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak)

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Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
5h 30m
$105–495
Drive 272.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Detroitcar 272.6 mi
5h 3m
$50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
9h 14m
$52–121
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
11h 1m
$126–271
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Pmu to ORD Airportbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
6h 10m
$208–723
Bus, subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Pmu to ORD Airportbus
2. Take the subway from O'Hare to Clark/Lakesubway
3. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
4. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
7h 17m
$192–543
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0112
10h 21m
$55–131
Bus via Chicago (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 27m
$120–186

Purdue University to Detroit by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 324 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Detroit via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 11h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Detroit Bus Station via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 10h 21m.

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