How far is Lafayette, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Indianapolis is 58.68 miles (94.44 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, IN to Indianapolis, IN is 58.68 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 06 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Indianapolis with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Indianapolis, Indiana is: 62.75 miles (100.99 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Indianapolis will take approximately 01 hours 07 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 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area. It is located in central Indiana. Indianapolis is a major center for motorsports and is home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
| Population | 877903 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°46'6"N 86°9'29"W |
| Latitude | 39.7683800 |
| Longitude | -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Indianapolis: Monument Circle (-86.158009,39.768033)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Indianapolis
The distance between Lafayette and Indianapolis is 101 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 07 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 Indianapolis. The current time is 05:50:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.38 liters (2.21 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Indianapolis.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Indianapolis is $7.5 (diesel $9.67).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $7.5 | $8.58 | $9.58 | $9.67 |
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 Indianapolis (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)
Driving distance from Utah, IN to Lafayette 158.4 miles (255 km)
