Lafayette, Indiana to St. Louis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.1 miles 347.7 km · straight line
270 miles estimated 434.6 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Lafayette, Indiana from St. Louis?

The distance from Lafayette, Indiana to St. Louis is 216.1 miles (347.7 km) as the crow flies. St. Louis is located SW of Lafayette, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Indiana in Indiana and St. Louis in Missouri.

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 Lafayette, Indiana and St. Louis. 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 Lafayette, Indiana to St. Louis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lafayette, Indiana & St. Louis

Quick Facts

Lafayette, Indiana
40.42°N, 86.88°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
211m elevation
St. Louis
38.63°N, 90.20°W
America/Chicago
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients