How far is Smith, IN from Lafayette, IN?
The driving distance from Smith, IN to Lafayette, IN is about 126.4 miles (203.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90 miles (144.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
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.
Census-designated place in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smith and Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith and Lafayette.
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Start on North Fail Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · North Fail Road
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Turn right onto US Highway 20
6.9 mi · 9 min · US Highway 20
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Take the exit straight toward I 94 West: Chicago
1289 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
27.3 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Gary, Toll Road, Indianapolis
1 km · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South, I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Indianapolis, Chicago
618 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Indianapolis
2686 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
83.9 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 25: Delphi, Lafayette
1911 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Schuyler Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Schuyler Avenue
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Turn left onto North 18th Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · North 18th Street
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Turn left onto South Street
151 m · 14 sec · South Street
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Turn right onto Grant Street
11 m · 2 sec · Grant Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
50 m · 13 sec · Douglas Street
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Turn left
56 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smith and Lafayette.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
83.9 mi · 01h 31m
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 Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lafayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smith to Lafayette?
The road trip is about 126.4 miles (203.4 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Shelby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.9 miles from Smith and 63.4 miles from Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90 miles (144.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.4 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.22 one way or $34.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Smith and Lafayette, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lafayette.
Stop Ideas Near Shelby
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 Shelby.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smith and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 90.06 mi (144.94 km).
#1 Smith
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
| Population | 368 |
| Coordinates | 41.7108800, -86.6691900 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
| Population | 71,484 |
| Coordinates | 40.4167000, -86.8752900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.875433, 40.416605)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 203 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $17.22 | $34.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $19.87 | $39.74 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $22.25 | $44.49 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $29.53 | $59.06 |
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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