Travel to Graduation in West Lafayette

May 4, 2024

Spring Ceremony

Below is travel information, including a list of discounted hotel blocks. Students are responsible for all costs associated with hotel accommodations and travel to the ceremony.

Spring Commencement
Saturday, May 4, 2024

Elliott Hall of Music
Purdue University
712 3rd Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907

Visit Commencement Showroom for Times


See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Ceremony Travel Details

Airport and Hotel Accommodations

The nearest airport is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), which is 75 miles from venue (approximately a 90-minute drive).

Reindeer Shuttle and Lafayette Limo are the recommended shuttle companies to use for airport transfers.

As a courtesy, Purdue Global has secured a block of rooms at the following hotels at a discounted group rate. We recommend using the online links to book rooms. Rooms are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Purdue Global Hotel Blocks

Discounted rates are limited. This list of hotel blocks will be updated if more become available.

Hampton Inn & Suites

160 Tapawingo Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online or call 765-269-8000 (press 0 to speak to an agent on property); for special rate, reference PU Global Staff Block or group code PGS
  • Room Rate: $199 per night plus tax (rates valid for 5/1/2024–5/5/2024)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 1, 2024, at 12:00 pm ET
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance From Ceremony: 1.5 miles

Staybridge Suites

320 Meijer Drive
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Room Rate: $199–$219 per night plus tax (rates valid for 5/1/2024–5/6/2024)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 1, 2024
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 6.5 miles

Drury Inn & Suites

4110 South Street 
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online or call 1-800-325-0720 and refer to group number 10077307
  • Room Rate: $169 per night plus tax (rates valid for 5/1/2024–5/6/2024)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 1, 2024
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 5.5 miles

See Notes and Conditions section for important information.

Additional Hotels Near the Ceremony

Union Club Hotel at Purdue University

201 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Hilton Garden Inn: West Lafayette Wabash Landing

356 East State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Holiday Inn: Lafayette City Centre

515 South Street
Lafayette, IN 47901

Courtyard Lafayette

150 Fairington Avenue
Lafayette, IN 47905

Candlewood Suites

240 Meijer Drive
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online or call 877-666-3243
  • Room Rate: Varies by room type and reservation dates (approximately $180–$275 per night plus tax)
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 6.5 miles

Rates subject to change. Guests should check current rates with hotel upon arrival. See Notes and Conditions section for important information.

Parking Garages

Parking for the Graduation Ceremony

To avoid traffic congestion upon arrival and departure, please use the recommended parking garage for each ceremony.

9:00 am ET Commencement Parking

Northwestern Avenue Garage

504 Northwestern Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Distance from Elliott Hall of Music: 0.4 mile (9-minute walk)

12:30 pm ET Commencement Parking

University Street Garage

201 North University Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Distance from Elliott Hall of Music: 0.2 mile (4-minute walk)

NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Booking Travel to Graduation: It is recommended that graduates and guests refrain from booking travel accommodations until after the ceremony registration opens.

Commencement: Commencement times will be determined after the participation deadline. Participants and attendees assume all financial and health risks associated with attending commencement and must abide by all guidelines as required by the University, venue, and government. Commencement may be canceled or changed to a virtual experience due to government mandates or advisories regarding public health or safety, and the University will not be responsible for any incurred costs or expenses as a result.