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

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Lexington is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Lexington is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $45 - $65.

How far is it from Purdue University to Lexington?

The distance between Purdue University and Lexington is 284 miles. The road distance is 249 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Lexington without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 9m and costs $75 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Purdue University to Lexington, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Lexington?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Lexington is to fly which takes 9h 48m and costs $120 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 8h 36m.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Lexington is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Purdue University to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 136+ hotels available in Lexington.

Purdue University to Lexington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Purdue University to Lexington by train, bus, car, plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to IndianapolisCardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus StopGreyhound US0120
8h 9m
$76–168
Drive 247.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Lexington247.5 mi
4h 34m
$46–66
Fly from Purdue University Airport
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)LAF - LEX
9h 48m
$123–753
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union StationChicago
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus StopGreyhound US0120
8h 36m
$72–158
Bus via Indianapolis Airport (IND)
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to Indianapolis AirportPurdue
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus StopGreyhound US0120
9h 1m
$75–137
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)ORD - LEX
7h 36m
$148–672

Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

20Weekly Planes

7h 55mAverage Duration

$119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.4 mi
Duration: 8h 9m

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

United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Lexington via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Indianapolis Union Station, and Lexington Bus Stop in around 8h 36m.

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