How far is Lafayette, IN from Middlebury, IN?
The driving distance from Lafayette, IN to Middlebury, IN is about 90.1 miles (145 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.7 miles (129.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 33m 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 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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 Lafayette and Middlebury.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Middlebury.
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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
40.5 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto West 8th Street
693 ft · 18 sec · West 8th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
2199 ft · 44 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 14th Street
1 km · 1 min · West 14th Street
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Turn left onto West Martz Market Street
563 ft · 25 sec · West Martz Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Martz Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Middlebury.
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
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40.5 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lafayette and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Middlebury.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Middlebury?
The road trip is about 90.1 miles (145 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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 45.1 miles from Lafayette and 45 miles from Middlebury.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.7 miles (129.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 1:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.99 one way or $23.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lafayette and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Middlebury.
Stop Ideas Near Waveland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Middlebury. Straight-line distance: 80.67 mi (129.83 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 Middlebury
Human settlement in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 3,608 |
| Coordinates | 39.2642100, -87.1189000 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Middlebury (-87.1189, 39.26421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.52 | $27.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
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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