Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

410.3 miles 660.3 km · straight line
492.4 miles estimated 792.4 km · driving distance
9h 54min estimated drive time
CAD 80 - CAD 98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Lafayette, Indiana is 410.3 miles (660.3 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located WSW of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 492.4 miles, taking about 9h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Lafayette, Indiana is in Indiana, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 54min CAD 80 - CAD 98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 53min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 24min $59–$172* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m 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 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients