Crest Hill to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

101.3 miles 163 km · straight line
126.6 miles estimated 203.8 km · driving distance
2h 33min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Crest Hill from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Crest Hill to Lafayette, Indiana is 101.3 miles (163 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located SE of Crest Hill. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126.6 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Crest Hill in Illinois and Lafayette, Indiana 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Crest Hill 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.

How to Get from Crest Hill to Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 33min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 4min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 25min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crest Hill & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Crest Hill
41.55°N, 88.10°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Lafayette, Indiana
40.42°N, 86.88°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
211m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 245.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients