Flint to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244 miles 392.6 km · straight line
305 miles estimated 490.8 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Flint from West Lafayette?

The distance from Flint to West Lafayette is 244 miles (392.6 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located SW of Flint. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Flint in Michigan 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. 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 Flint 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 Flint to West Lafayette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Flint & West Lafayette

Quick Facts

Flint
43.01°N, 83.69°W
America/Detroit
229m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients