Travel to Graduation in West Lafayette

May 3, 2025

Spring Ceremony
Travel Information

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.

Black and Gold Celebration
Friday, May 2, 2025

5:00 pm to 6:30 pm ET

Location details coming soon.

Spring Commencement
Saturday, May 3, 2025

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


See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Airport and Hotel Accommodations

The Purdue University Airport (LAF) is the closest airport to campus. The next closest is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), which is 70 miles from campus (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.

Drury Inn & Suites

4110 South Street 
Lafayette, IN 47905

  • Reservations: Book online or call 1-800-325-0720 and refer to group number 10116593
  • Room Rate: $179 per night plus tax (rates valid 04/30/2025–05/04/2025)
  • Reservation Deadline: March 31, 2025
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 5.5 miles

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)
  • Room Rate: $199 per night plus tax (rates valid for 04/30/2025–05/04/2025)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 3, 2025, 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 04/30/2025–05/04/2025)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 2, 2025
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 6.5 miles

Home2Suites by Hilton West Lafayette

1710 Sachem Boulevard
West Lafayette, IN 47906

  • Reservations: Book online
  • Room Rate: $179 per night plus tax (rates valid for 05/01/2025–05/04/2025)
  • Reservation Deadline: April 1, 2025 at 12:00 pm ET
  • Parking: Complimentary self-parking
  • Distance from Ceremony: 3 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

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

Parking Garages

  • Commencement Parking

    Parking for the Graduation Ceremony

    University Street Garage

    201 North University Street
    West Lafayette, IN 47906

    Distance from Elliott Hall of Music: 500 feet (2-minute walk)

    Northwestern Avenue Garage

    504 Northwestern Avenue
    West Lafayette, IN 47906

    Distance from Elliott Hall of Music: 0.5 mile (9-minute walk)

  • Black & Gold Celebration Parking

    Parking for the Black and Gold Celebration

    Parking details coming soon.

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.