How far is Lafayette, IN from Blue River, IN?
The driving distance from Lafayette, IN to Blue River, IN is about 169.2 miles (272.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.6 miles (224.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Blue River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Blue River.
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Start on the route
56 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
50 m · 8 sec · Douglas Street
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Turn left onto Grant Street
11 m · 4 sec · Grant Street
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Turn right onto South Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · South Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
1898 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
42.4 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight left
17.1 mi · 22 min
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Continue on I 70 East: Dayton
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
90.9 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 160: Henryville, Charlestown
1344 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
31 m · 3 sec
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Turn straight
9 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto South Hickory Grove Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · South Hickory Grove Road
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Turn right onto South Hickory Grove Road
2 mi · 8 min · South Hickory Grove Road
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Continue on East Blue River Road
1022 ft · 47 sec · East Blue River Road
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Continue on East Blue River Road
1.2 km · 3 min · East Blue River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Blue River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Blue River.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 East
Keep slight left
90.9 mi · 01h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Light Rain leaving Lafayette and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Blue River?
The road trip is about 169.2 miles (272.3 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Franklin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Lafayette and 84.6 miles from Blue River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.6 miles (224.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.51 one way or $45.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Lafayette and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Blue River. Straight-line distance: 139.58 mi (224.63 km).
#1 Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
| Population | 71,484 |
| Coordinates | 40.4167000, -86.8752900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blue River
City in United States of America
| Population | 1,181 |
| Coordinates | 38.5300600, -85.9394200 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blue River (-85.93942, 38.53006)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 272 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $22.51 | $45.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.78 | $55.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.66 | $63.33 |
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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