Altoona to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Altoona to Lafayette, Indiana is 445.6 miles (717.2 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located W of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 534.8 miles, taking about 10h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Lafayette, Indiana in Indiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Lafayette, Indiana. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.