How far is LaPorte, IN from West Lafayette, IN?
The driving distance from LaPorte, IN to West Lafayette, IN is about 90.4 miles (145.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.5 miles (132.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
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.
Human settlement in Pulaski County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between LaPorte and West Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaPorte and West Lafayette.
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Start on Lincolnway
2551 ft · 2 min · Lincolnway
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Turn left onto J Street
2062 ft · 1 min · J Street
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Continue on West State Road 2
9.5 mi · 14 min · West State Road 2
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Turn left onto North Flynn Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · North Flynn Road
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Continue straight
1497 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right
53.8 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Continue straight
22.2 mi · 38 min
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Turn right onto Quincy Street
1236 ft · 60 sec · Quincy Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Salisbury Street
741 ft · 29 sec · North Salisbury Street
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Turn right onto North Street
669 ft · 32 sec · North Street
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Turn right onto Northwestern Avenue
11 m · 2 sec · Northwestern Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwestern Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between LaPorte and West 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
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53.8 mi · 01h 18m
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 LaPorte and Sunny near West Lafayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from LaPorte to West Lafayette?
The road trip is about 90.4 miles (145.5 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Medaryville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from LaPorte and 45.3 miles from West Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.5 miles (132.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.03 one way or $24.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between LaPorte and West Lafayette, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around LaPorte and Sunny near West Lafayette.
Stop Ideas Near Medaryville
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 Medaryville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between LaPorte and West Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 82.42 mi (132.65 km).
#1 LaPorte
Human settlement in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 22,053 |
| Coordinates | 41.6106000, -86.7225200 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
| Population | 51,605 |
| Coordinates | 40.4258700, -86.9080700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwestern Avenue (-86.908094, 40.425857)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 | $12.03 | $24.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.57 | $27.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.85 | $29.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.92 | $33.84 |
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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