Lafayette, Indiana to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Indiana from Tyler?

The distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Tyler is 727.4 miles (1170.6 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located SW of Lafayette, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 872.8 miles, taking about 17h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Indiana in Indiana and Tyler in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lafayette, Indiana and Tyler. 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.