Chattanooga to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from West Lafayette?

The distance from Chattanooga to West Lafayette is 381.8 miles (614.5 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located NNW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.2 miles, taking about 9h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee and West Lafayette 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 Chattanooga 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.