Danville, Illinois to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Danville, Illinois from West Lafayette?

The distance from Danville, Illinois to West Lafayette is 43.4 miles (69.8 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located ENE of Danville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 56.4 miles, taking about 1h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Illinois in Illinois and West Lafayette in Indiana.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Danville, Illinois 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.