How far is Bluffton, IN from Lawrence, IN?

The driving distance from Bluffton, IN to Lawrence, IN is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
99.53 mi
01h 42m
Flight
76.75 mi
123.52 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
76.75 mi
Kilometers
123.52 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
99.53 mi
Kilometers
160.18 km
Drive Time
01h 42m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lawrence
Thu, Apr 23, 12:18 AM EDT
Return by in Bluffton
Thu, Apr 23, 2:01 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bluffton
2026-04-22T22:35
Arrive Lawrence
Thu, Apr 23, 12:18 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:43 AM to 11:43 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bluffton
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Gaston
IN

Human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America

From Bluffton
52.1 mi
00h 51m
To Lawrence
47.5 mi
00h 51m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph W
Destination
75°F
Wednesday

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bluffton and Lawrence.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bluffton and Lawrence.

  1. 1

    Start on West Washington Street

    14 m · 4 sec · West Washington Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    13 mi · 19 min · South Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right

    21.3 mi · 24 min

  4. 4

    Turn left

    1417 ft · 37 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    62.3 mi · 1 hr 7 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    1.6 km · 1 min

  7. 7

    Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South

    5.2 mi · 6 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike

    1367 ft · 32 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence

    55 m · 7 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Pendleton Pike

    1.2 km · 2 min · Pendleton Pike

  11. 11

    Turn left onto McCoy Street

    127 m · 19 sec · McCoy Street

  12. 12

    Turn left

    18 m · 6 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right

    23 m · 6 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bluffton and Lawrence.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Main Street
76.3 mi · 77%
I 465 South
5.21 mi · 5%
Pendleton Pike
0.74 mi · 1%
US 36 East
0.29 mi
McCoy Street
0.08 mi
West Washington Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

South Main Street

Merge slight left

62.3 mi · 01h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.8 mi
76.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gaston
00h 51m from Bluffton
Leave By
3:04 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Bluffton and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawrence.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bluffton to Lawrence?

The road trip is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km) and usually takes 01h 42m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Gaston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.1 miles from Bluffton and 47.5 miles from Lawrence.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.24 one way or $26.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Bluffton and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawrence.

Stop Ideas Near Gaston

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Gaston and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 12.4 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
City of Muncie
Meeting point 11.5 mi away

City of Muncie

Muncie , IN
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Rating 2.6/5 14 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 14 mi away

Housing Authority

Muncie , IN
2401 S Haddix Ave, Muncie, IN 47302
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gaston.

RAIL

Connersville station

81 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

83 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Lafayette station

119 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bluffton and Lawrence. Straight-line distance: 76.75 mi (123.52 km).

Bluffton

#1 Bluffton

City in Harrison and Lancaster townships, Wells County, Indiana, United States

Population10,094
Coordinates40.7386600, -85.1716400
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Lawrence

#2 Lawrence

A city in Marion County, Indiana.

Population49,545
Coordinates39.8386500, -86.0252600
Altitude266
CountryUnited States
Start: West Washington Street (-85.17164, 40.73869)
End: (-86.025248, 39.83865)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 160 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 25m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 14m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.51 gal
13.29 L · about $13.24
Round trip
$26.47
7.02 gal · 26.58 L
Estimated CO2
31.2 kg one way
Round trip: 62.4 kg / 138 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.24 $26.47
Mid-grade $4.25 $14.93 $29.86
Premium $4.65 $16.34 $32.67
Diesel $5.30 $18.62 $37.23

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Bluffton and Lawrence. The current time is 22:35:37.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.