How far is Lafayette, IN from Elkhart, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Elkhart is 99.17 miles (159.6 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, IN to Elkhart, IN is 99.17 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Elkhart with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Elkhart, Indiana is: 122.11 miles (196.52 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Elkhart will take approximately 02 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in north-central Indiana. Lafayette is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Purdue University campus and the Lafayette Public Library.
| Population | 71484 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°25'0"N 86°52'31"W |
| Latitude | 40.4167000 |
| Longitude | -86.8752900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkhart
The most populous city in Elkhart County, Indiana. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Elkhart is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Elkhart County Historical Society and the Elkhart County Fairgrounds.
| Population | 52172 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°40'55"N 85°58'36"W |
| Latitude | 41.6819900 |
| Longitude | -85.9766700 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Elkhart: Pletcher Court (-85.976539,41.682026)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Elkhart
The distance between Lafayette and Elkhart is 197 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 11 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lafayette and Elkhart. The current time is 05:55:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.31 liters (4.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Elkhart.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Elkhart is $14.59 (diesel $18.81).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $14.59 | $16.7 | $18.65 | $18.81 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Elkhart (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Lafayette 168.24 miles (271 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to Lafayette 77.88 miles (125 km)
Driving distance from Nebraska, IN to Lafayette 143.76 miles (231 km)
