How far is Eel River, IN from Lafayette, IN?
The driving distance from Eel River, IN to Lafayette, IN is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eel River and Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eel River and Lafayette.
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Start on West County Road 450 South
29 m · 4 sec · West County Road 450 South
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Continue on South County Road 75 West
597 ft · 31 sec · South County Road 75 West
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Turn left onto West County Road 450 South
1.2 km · 3 min · West County Road 450 South
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Turn left
37.3 mi · 55 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Cross Street
1853 ft · 33 sec · Cross Street
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Turn right
13.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
11.7 mi · 18 min · South Washington Street
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Continue on Holden Street
137 m · 8 sec · Holden Street
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Turn slight left onto North Main Street
104 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Base Line Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Base Line Road
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Continue on Base Line Rd
4 mi · 6 min · Base Line Rd
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Continue on Base Line Road
8.1 mi · 12 min · Base Line Road
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Old US Highway 231
1.7 mi · 3 min · Old US Highway 231
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Turn left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South 18th Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
151 m · 24 sec · Douglas Street
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Turn right
56 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eel River and Lafayette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
37.3 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Eel River and Sunny near Lafayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eel River to Lafayette?
The road trip is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Waveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.3 miles from Eel River and 43.2 miles from Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 2:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.50 one way or $23.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eel River and Sunny near Lafayette.
Stop Ideas Near Waveland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Waveland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eel River and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 76.68 mi (123.41 km).
#1 Eel River
Unincorporated community in Clay County, Indiana
| Population | 3,888 |
| Coordinates | 39.3233700, -87.1236200 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
| Population | 71,484 |
| Coordinates | 40.4167000, -86.8752900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lafayette (-86.87529, 40.4167)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.19 | $28.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.18 | $32.35 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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