What is the cheapest way to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

The cheapest way to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University is to bus which costs $75 - $190 and takes 13h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

The fastest way to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 40m and costs $190 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between University of Minnesota and Purdue University?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Minnesota to Purdue University. However, there are services departing from Pleasant St SE & Scholars Walk and arriving at First Street Towers on Mitch Daniels Blvd: BUS898 via Minneapolis Bus Station, Chicago Union Station and Columbia St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 44m.

How far is it from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

The distance between University of Minnesota and Purdue University is 456 miles. The road distance is 529.7 miles.

Where do I catch the University of Minnesota to Purdue University bus from?

University of Minnesota to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Minneapolis Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

The best way to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $70 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus via Des Plaines, which costs $110 - $230 and takes 13h 1m, you could also train, which costs $95 - $350 and takes 13h 36m.

Where does the University of Minnesota to Purdue University bus arrive?

University of Minnesota to Purdue University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Minnesota to Purdue University is 530 miles. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from University of Minnesota to Purdue University.

Where can I stay near Purdue University?

There are 48+ hotels available in Purdue University.

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Q: How long does it take to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University, including transfers.

There are 8 ways to get from University of Minnesota to Purdue University by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Fly to Purdue University Airport
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1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)MSP - LAF
6h 17m
$74–415
Bus via Des Plaines
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to ChicagoGreyhound US0150
2. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Co-Rec Circle DrivePurdue / ...
13h 1m
$110–226
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union StationBorealis / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak StationCardinal
13h 36m
$98–344
Drive 526.6 mi
1. Drive from University of Minnesota to Purdue University526.6 mi
8h 45m
$97–139
Fly to Indianapolis, shuttle
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Indianapolis (IND)MSP - IND
2. Take a shuttle bus from Indianapolis Airport to Ford Hall - Stadium Ave
5h 40m
$196–584
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)MSP - ORD
2. Take a shuttle bus from O'Hare International Terminal 2 to West Lafayette, IN
7h 44m
$208–439
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)MSP - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Station
8h 26m
$106–510
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0150
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak StationChicago
13h 44m
$76–188

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What companies run services between University of Minnesota, MN, USA and Purdue University, IN, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Purdue University Airport (LAF) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from University of Minnesota to Purdue University via E River Pkwy & Appleby Hall, Union Depot Station & Terminal, Saint Paul Union Depot, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, O'Hare MMF Bay 8, O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility, and Co-Rec Circle Drive in around 13h 1m.

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