How far is Lawrence, IN from Rocky Ripple, IN?
The driving distance from Lawrence, IN to Rocky Ripple, IN is about 10.1 miles (16.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
One of six areas designated as cultural districts in Indianapolis, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Rocky Ripple.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Rocky Ripple.
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Start on the route
37 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto McCoy Street
96 m · 16 sec · McCoy Street
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Turn left onto East 45th Street
585 ft · 22 sec · East 45th Street
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Turn right onto North Franklin Road
143 m · 16 sec · North Franklin Road
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Turn left onto Sarnia Street
124 m · 18 sec · Sarnia Street
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Continue on East 46th Street
5 mi · 10 min · East 46th Street
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Turn right onto North Keystone Avenue
2664 ft · 1 min · North Keystone Avenue
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Turn left onto East 52nd Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · East 52nd Street
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Turn right onto Sunset Avenue
137 m · 17 sec · Sunset Avenue
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Turn left onto West 53rd Street
1210 ft · 41 sec · West 53rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 53rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrence and Rocky Ripple.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East 46th Street
Continue on East 46th Street
4.98 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving Lawrence and Rain Showers near Rocky Ripple.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Rocky Ripple?
The road trip is about 10.1 miles (16.3 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Broad Ripple is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Lawrence and 5.8 miles from Rocky Ripple.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.39 one way or $2.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Lawrence and Rain Showers near Rocky Ripple.
Stop Ideas Near Broad Ripple
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 Broad Ripple.
Indianapolis Union Station
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Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Rocky Ripple. Straight-line distance: 7.84 mi (12.61 km).
#1 Lawrence
A city in Marion County, Indiana.
| Population | 49,545 |
| Coordinates | 39.8386500, -86.0252600 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rocky Ripple
Included town in Indianapolis
| Population | 653 |
| Coordinates | 39.8481000, -86.1724900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 53rd Street (-86.172489, 39.848022)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $3.86 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.60 | $3.21 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $1.80 | $3.59 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $2.38 | $4.77 |
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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