Mount Vernon, Ohio to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.6 miles 374.4 km · straight line
290.8 miles estimated 468 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Ohio from West Lafayette?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Ohio to West Lafayette is 232.6 miles (374.4 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located W of Mount Vernon, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.8 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Ohio in Ohio 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. 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 Mount Vernon, Ohio 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.

How to Get from Mount Vernon, Ohio to West Lafayette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Ohio & West Lafayette

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Ohio
40.39°N, 82.49°W
America/New_York
305m elevation
West Lafayette
40.43°N, 86.91°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients