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Des Plaines to West Lafayette

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Three ways to Travel from Des Plaines to West Lafayette

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735 km.
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7 h 39 min
735 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$382.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$458.59

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$165.60

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.83–$95.54

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.55–$101.91

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$59.87

Go Express Travel

Phone:
+1 800-589-6004
Email:
Website:
goexpresstravel.com
Bus from Indianapolis Airport to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.02–$33.12

Lafayette Limo

Phone:
+1(765)4973828
Website:
lafayettelimo.com
Bus from Indianapolis Airport to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$28.80

Reindeer Shuttle

Phone:
+1 765-637-5124
Email:
Website:
reindeershuttle.com
Bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$63.69–$81.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette is to drive which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and West Lafayette?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility and arriving at Purdue Memorial Union. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and West Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to West Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct flight between Des Plaines and West Lafayette?

Yes, there are direct flights between Des Plaines and West Lafayette; these take 1h 5m and cost $65.22 - $141.30 .

How far is it from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

The distance between Des Plaines and West Lafayette is 223 km. The road distance is 223.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

The bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Purdue Memorial Union takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to West Lafayette bus from?

Des Plaines to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, depart from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to West Lafayette train from?

Des Plaines to West Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to West Lafayette is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $17.39 - $92.39 and takes 4h 46m, you could also fly, which costs $65.22 - $141.30 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Des Plaines to West Lafayette bus arrive?

Des Plaines to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Reindeer Shuttle, arrive at Purdue Memorial Union station.

What is the time difference between Des Plaines and West Lafayette?

West Lafayette is 1h ahead of Des Plaines. It is currently 18:52 in Des Plaines and 19:52 in West Lafayette.

Where does the Des Plaines to West Lafayette train arrive?

Des Plaines to West Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to West Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to West Lafayette is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Des Plaines to West Lafayette.

Where can I stay near West Lafayette?

There are 44+ hotels available in West Lafayette. Prices start at $38.88 per night.
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