Iowa City to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from West Lafayette?

The distance from Iowa City to West Lafayette is 255.5 miles (411.2 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located ESE of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.4 miles, taking about 6h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Iowa City 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.