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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Lansing is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Lansing is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Lansing?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Lansing. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Lansing, MI via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary Bus Station and Kalamazoo, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Lansing?

The distance between Purdue University and Lansing is 326 miles. The road distance is 245.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Lansing without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs $70 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Purdue University to Lansing, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Purdue University to Lansing?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Lansing is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs $70 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Purdue University to Lansing bus arrive?

Purdue University to Lansing bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Gary, IN station.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Lansing?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Lansing is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Purdue University to Lansing.

Where can I stay near Lansing?

There are 71+ hotels available in Lansing.

Purdue University to Lansing - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Purdue University to Lansing by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), 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.

Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)ORD - LAN
5h 36m
$103–402
Drive 244 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Lansing244 mi
4h 22m
$45–65
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to East Lansing Amtrak StationBlue Water
10h 24m
$73–233
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary, IN
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Lansing, MI
11h 59m
$73–134
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)IND - DTW
3. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to East Lansing, MI
7h 50m
$167–421

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

3Weekly Services

10h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.8 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to SBD Boston Blvd past Mount Hope via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, East Lansing Amtrak Station, and Capital Area Multimodal Gateway in around 10h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Lansing, MI via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Gary, IN, Gary Bus Station, and Kalamazoo, MI in around 11h 59m.

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