What is the cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Ruston?

The cheapest way to get from West Lafayette to Ruston is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 14h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Ruston?

The fastest way to get from West Lafayette to Ruston is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 8h 44m and costs $160 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between West Lafayette and Ruston?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lafayette to Ruston. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Bus Stop and arriving at Ruston via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 10m.

How far is it from West Lafayette to Ruston?

The distance between West Lafayette and Ruston is 707 miles. The road distance is 741.8 miles.

How do I travel from West Lafayette to Ruston without a car?

The best way to get from West Lafayette to Ruston without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 27m and costs $180 - $370.

How long does it take to get from West Lafayette to Ruston?

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from West Lafayette to Ruston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Lafayette to Ruston bus from?

West Lafayette to Ruston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Lafayette Bus Stop station.

Where does the West Lafayette to Ruston bus arrive?

West Lafayette to Ruston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between West Lafayette and Ruston?

Ruston is 1h behind West Lafayette. It is currently 12:13 PM in West Lafayette and 11:13 AM in Ruston.

Can I drive from West Lafayette to Ruston?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lafayette to Ruston is 742 miles. It takes approximately 14h 1m to drive from West Lafayette to Ruston.

How do I get a bus ticket from West Lafayette to Ruston?

Book your West Lafayette to Ruston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruston?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ruston.

West Lafayette to Ruston - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from West Lafayette to Ruston by shuttle, plane, bus, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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

Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue Mem Union - State Street to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)IND - MLU
3. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
8h 44m
$163–586
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus StationFlixBus 2512
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to RustonGreyhound US0604
25h 10m
$125–268
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jackson
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Ruston
22h 27m
$189–364
Drive 737.5 mi
1. Drive from West Lafayette to Ruston737.5 mi
14h 1m
$135–195
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Alexandria International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue Mem Union - State Street to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)IND - AEX
3. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Ruston
10h 8m
$171–606
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly to Shreveport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue Mem Union - State Street to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Shreveport (SHV)IND - SHV
3. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Ruston
10h 20m
$150–585
Bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)MDW - MLU
3. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
11h 26m
$179–697
Bus, train to South Bend, fly to Monroe Regional Airport
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Gary Bus Station
2. Take the train from Gary Metro Center to South Bend Airport
3. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)SBN - MLU
4. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
11h 57m
$209–837

West Lafayette to Ruston by bus and train

7Weekly Services

22h 27mAverage Duration

$189Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 703.1 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between West Lafayette, IN, USA and Ruston, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Ruston via Atlanta Bus Station in around 25h 10m.

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