Ballwin to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

231.5 miles 372.6 km · straight line
289.4 miles estimated 465.8 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
56° NE bearing direction

How far is Ballwin from West Lafayette?

The distance from Ballwin to West Lafayette is 231.5 miles (372.6 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located NE of Ballwin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.4 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Ballwin 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 Ballwin 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 Ballwin to West Lafayette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballwin & West Lafayette

Quick Facts

Ballwin
38.60°N, 90.55°W
America/Chicago
192m 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 107.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients