Indianapolis to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58.7 miles 94.4 km · straight line
62.7 miles actual route 100.9 km · driving distance
1h 18min estimated drive time
$6 - $7 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Indianapolis to Lafayette, Indiana is 58.7 miles (94.4 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located NW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 62.7 miles, taking about 1h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Indianapolis and Lafayette, Indiana. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Indianapolis to Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 18min $6 - $7 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 34min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 424.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM