For Travel to and from Chicago, Illinois (O’Hare Airport (ORD)) 

Navigating onto Purdue’s main campus is straightforward, but parking and travel options vary depending on how you plan to arrive. 

1. Flights Between Purdue (LAF) and Chicago O’Hare (ORD) 

Purdue University Airport (LAF) offers commercial air service directly connecting West Lafayette to Chicago O’Hare (ORD). 

• Airline Partner: Flights are operated by Southern Airways Express. 
• Connection / Interline Benefits: Southern Airways Express maintains interline ticketing agreements with major carriers like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. This allows you to book a single ticket from your home airport through ORD directly to LAF, complete with automatic baggage transfers. 
• Travel Time: The nonstop flight takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes. 
• Ground Transport from LAF: Purdue University Airport is located roughly 2 miles southwest of main campus. From LAF, you can easily take a short 5–10 minute rideshare (Uber/Lyft) or taxi directly to the Grant Street Garage or Union Club Hotel. 

2. Ground Transportation  

The drive from O’Hare Airport to Purdue University takes approximately three hours. There are multiple car rental agencies available at the airport. If you choose not to drive to West Lafayette, commercial shuttle services connect directly to the Purdue Memorial Union (located steps from the Grant Street Garage): 

• Operators: Lafayette Limo and Reindeer Shuttle run scheduled multi-daily departures. 
• Drop-off Point: Passengers are dropped off at the Purdue Memorial Union on Grant Street/State Street, making it easy to walk anywhere on central campus. 

Here is a breakdown of the primary shuttle and charter services operating between the Greater Lafayette / Purdue University area and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). 

Quick Comparison Summary 

Feature / Service	Reindeer Shuttle	Lafayette Limo
ORD Frequency	3 scheduled trips daily	3 trips daily (Reservation required)
Purdue Campus Stop	Purdue Memorial Union Club Hotel	Bus stop off West State Street/Mitch Daniels Blvd
Private Charters	Private sedans/vans available	Sedans, mini-buses, 56-passenger coaches
Phone	(765) 637-5124	(765) 497-3828

Booking Tip: Reserving at least 1–2 weeks ahead is recommended. 

A. Reindeer Shuttle 

Reindeer Shuttle provides scheduled airport transport and private charter options, featuring onboard Wi-Fi and power outlets. 

Booking Information	Website: reindeershuttle.com  Phone: (765) 637-5124 Email: info@reindeershuttle.com Address: 1305 Cumberland Ave, Suite 106, West Lafayette, IN 47906
ORD Airport Pick-up Location	Multi-Modal Facility (MMF) for pickups; all drop-offs go directly to Terminal 5.
Purdue Drop-off Location	Purdue Campus: Purdue Memorial Union (PMU) & France A. Córdova Recreation Center (Co-Rec) Circle Drive. Lafayette: Quality Inn Hotel & Courtyard Marriott (advance reservation flag stop).
Schedule	Note: Purdue is on Eastern Time (ET); O’Hare is on Central Time (CT). Purdue to ORD (Northbound – ET): Departs Purdue Memorial Union Club at 6:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 2:30 PM. ORD to Purdue (Southbound – CT): Departs Multi-Modal Facility at 9:15 AM, 1:15 PM, and 5:15 PM.

B. Lafayette Limo 

Lafayette Limo offers year-round airport shuttles and a full suite of custom private charter services ranging from executive sedans to 56-passenger motorcoaches. 

Booking Information	Website: lafayettelimo.com Phone: (765) 497-3828 Address: 2525 Klondike Rd, West Lafayette, IN 47906
ORD Airport Pick-up Location	Scheduled drop-offs and pick-ups by reservation.
Purdue Drop-off Location	Bus stop off West State Street/Mitch Daniels Blvd, one block from the Purdue Memorial Union on N. Grant Street
Schedule	Note: Purdue is on Eastern Time (ET); O’Hare is on Central Time (CT). “Share a Ride” scheduled service operating 3 times daily (advance reservations strictly required).

3. Union Club Hotel Valet & Overnight Parking 

If you are staying at The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University (or visiting for an event/dining at the hotel): 

• Valet Services: Drive directly to the main hotel entrance circle off State Street and Grant Street. Hotel valets will greet you, assist with luggage, and park your vehicle. Valet parking carries a daily fee (typically around $45–$59/day depending on booking/overnight status). 
• Self-Parking: If staying at the hotel and self-parking, you can park in the Grant Street Parking Garage. Hotel guests receive garage access; simply present your garage ticket to the front desk during check-in to have it validated or charged to your room folio. 

4. Driving to Campus & Grant Street Parking Garage 

The Grant Street Parking Garage address is 120 N. Grant St., West Lafayette, IN 47906. This is the primary parking facility for campus visitors and is the address you’ll wish to use in your GPS System. It sits directly across from the Purdue Memorial Union Hotel (PMU). 

Driving Directions 

• From I-65 North or South: Take Exit 175 for IN-25 toward Lafayette/Delphi. Follow IN-25 South/Sagamore Parkway, then turn right onto State Street heading west toward West Lafayette. 
• Approaching Campus: Continue on State Street, cross the Wabash River into West Lafayette, and ascend the hill onto campus. Turn right (north) onto Grant Street. The entrance to the garage will be on your left, directly across from the PMU. 

How Parking Works & Rates 

  │ 1. PULL TICKET   at the entry gate       

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  │ 2. PARK           in any visitor space         

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  │ 3. PAY (CARD)    at lobby kiosk or exit lane  

• Entry: Pull a ticket from the automated machine at the entrance gate to open the barrier. 
• Rates: Operating 24/7: 
  • 0–30 Minutes: $1.00 
  • 30–60 Minutes: $3.00 
  • Each Additional Hour: $1.00 
  • Daily Maximum (24-hour period): $10.00 
• Payment: This garage is cashless. You can pay using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express in two ways: 
  • Pay-in-Lane: Insert your ticket and credit/debit card directly at the exit gate machine. 
  • Pay Station: Pay at the main lobby pay station before returning to your car, then insert your paid ticket at the exit lane. 

Important: Always park pull-in style so your rear license plate faces the drive lane, as Purdue enforces license-plate recognition rules.