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

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There are 3 ways to get from Purdue University to Hammond 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
    3h 57m
    $25–52
  2. Drive 95.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Purdue University to Hammondcar95.7 mi
    1h 49m
    $18–26
  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationtrainCardinal
    5h 53m
    $49–244

Purdue University to Hammond by foot, bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration5h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket$49Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Hammond, 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, Amtrak operates a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $40–230 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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