How far is Vincennes, IN from Lafayette, IN?
The driving distance from Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN is about 152.6 miles (245.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vincennes and Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vincennes and Lafayette.
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Start on North 6th Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · North 6th Street
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Continue straight
48.3 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 641 North
2219 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
5.5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-70 East: Indianapolis
3072 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
10.7 mi · 12 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
1730 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto State Route 59
3.8 mi · 5 min · State Route 59
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Continue on South Forest Avenue
24.1 mi · 37 min · South Forest Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Cross Street
1853 ft · 33 sec · Cross Street
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Turn right
13.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
11.7 mi · 18 min · South Washington Street
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Continue on Holden Street
137 m · 8 sec · Holden Street
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Turn slight left onto North Main Street
104 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Base Line Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Base Line Road
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Continue on Base Line Rd
4 mi · 6 min · Base Line Rd
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Continue on Base Line Road
8.1 mi · 12 min · Base Line Road
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Old US Highway 231
1.7 mi · 3 min · Old US Highway 231
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Turn left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South 18th Street
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Turn right onto Douglas Street
151 m · 24 sec · Douglas Street
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Turn right
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 Vincennes and Lafayette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 6th Street
Continue straight
48.3 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 leaving Vincennes and 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 Vincennes to Lafayette?
The road trip is about 152.6 miles (245.6 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Brazil is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Vincennes and 80.3 miles from Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.5 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 12:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.33 one way or $40.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Vincennes and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lafayette.
Stop Ideas Near Brazil
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 Vincennes and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 125.12 mi (201.36 km).
#1 Vincennes
Township in Knox County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 16,801 |
| Coordinates | 38.6772700, -87.5286300 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| 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: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $20.33 | $40.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.92 | $45.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.09 | $50.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
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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