Fairfield, Ohio to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.3 miles 230.6 km · straight line
179.1 miles estimated 288.3 km · driving distance
3h 36min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fairfield, Ohio from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Fairfield, Ohio to Lafayette, Indiana is 143.3 miles (230.6 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located WNW of Fairfield, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.1 miles, taking about 3h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Fairfield, Ohio in Ohio 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. 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. 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 Fairfield, Ohio 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 Fairfield, Ohio to Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 36min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 19min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 25min $21–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairfield, Ohio & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Fairfield, Ohio
39.35°N, 84.56°W
America/New_York
180m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients