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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Iowa is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Iowa is to bus and fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $100 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Des Moines via Lafayette Amtrak Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Iowa?

The distance between Purdue University and Iowa is 213 miles. The road distance is 409.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 11h 53m and costs $80 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Purdue University to Iowa, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Iowa?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Iowa is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $45 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $210 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Purdue University to Iowa bus arrive?

Purdue University to Iowa bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 10:32 AM in Purdue University and 9:32 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Iowa is 409 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Purdue University to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 220+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Purdue University to Iowa by plane, bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Fly Purdue University Airport to Quad City International Airport
best
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)LAF - MLI
6h 21m
$48–293
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 53m
$80–206
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
14h 30m
$141–296
Drive 406.8 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Des Moines406.8 mi
7h 33m
$75–108
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)ORD - ALO
5h 9m
$108–341
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
6h 19m
$88–312
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)ORD - CID
6h 32m
$112–360
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)MDW - OMA
8h 25m
$163–656
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue West, Lafayette IN to O'Hare International Terminal 2Laffayette
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
12h 25m
$110–181
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
12h 57m
$101–231

Purdue University to Iowa by foot and bus

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11h 53mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Des Moines via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago in around 11h 53m.

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