How far is Lafayette, IN from Brazil, IN?
The driving distance from Lafayette, IN to Brazil, IN is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m 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 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Montgomery County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Brazil.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Brazil.
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Start on the route
56 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto Douglas Street
151 m · 25 sec · Douglas Street
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Turn slight left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South 18th Street
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Turn right onto Teal Road
1 mi · 2 min · Teal Road
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Turn left onto Old US Highway 231
1 km · 1 min · Old US Highway 231
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left
25.5 mi · 38 min
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Turn right onto West South Boulevard
13.2 mi · 20 min · West South Boulevard
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Turn left
1853 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
22.7 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto East National Avenue
12 m · 1 sec · East National Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East National Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Brazil.
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
25.5 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Lafayette and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Brazil.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Brazil?
The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
New Market is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.5 miles from Lafayette and 35.5 miles from Brazil.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Lafayette and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Brazil.
Stop Ideas Near New Market
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 New Market.
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Lafayette station
Danville, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Brazil. Straight-line distance: 63.11 mi (101.56 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 Brazil
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 7,990 |
| Coordinates | 39.5236500, -87.1250200 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brazil (-87.12502, 39.52365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.47 | $18.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
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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