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 $65 - $100 and takes 7h 37m.

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 10m and costs $130 - $380.

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 Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Iowa?

The distance between Purdue University and Iowa is 351 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 9m and costs $85 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Lafayette Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Iowa?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Iowa is to bus which takes 11h 9m and costs $85 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $330 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Purdue University to Iowa bus arrive?

Purdue University to Iowa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 1:06 PM in Purdue University and 12:06 PM 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 37m to drive from Purdue University to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 241+ hotels available in Iowa.

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There are 9 ways to get from Purdue University to Iowa by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
5h 10m
$131–371
Fly Purdue University Airport to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane LAF - MLI
7h 2m
$48–323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2515 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
11h 9m
$88–136
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
14h 19m
$194–316
Drive 406.8 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Des Moinescar 406.8 mi
7h 37m
$68–97
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 Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
6h 24m
$88–313
Bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
7h 15m
$105–504
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Nashville
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
11h 22m
$93–146
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
12h 26m
$134–211

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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Distance: 348.6 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Des Moines via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, CityBus Center: BUS215, Lafayette Bus Stop, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 11h 9m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) twice daily.

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