Arnold to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.7 miles 371.3 km · straight line
288.4 miles estimated 464.1 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Arnold from West Lafayette?

The distance from Arnold to West Lafayette is 230.7 miles (371.3 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located NE of Arnold. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.4 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Arnold in Missouri and West Lafayette in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arnold and West Lafayette. 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.

How to Get from Arnold to West Lafayette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arnold & West Lafayette

Quick Facts

Arnold
38.43°N, 90.38°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
West Lafayette
40.43°N, 86.91°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients