Pittsburgh to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Pittsburgh from West Lafayette?

The distance from Pittsburgh to West Lafayette is 363.4 miles (584.9 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located W of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 436.1 miles, taking about 8h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania and West Lafayette in Indiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Pittsburgh 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.