How far is West Lafayette, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Lafayette and Indianapolis is 60.29 miles (97.03 km).
Flight distance from West Lafayette, IN to Indianapolis, IN is 60.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from West Lafayette to Indianapolis with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Lafayette, Indiana to Indianapolis, Indiana is: 67.73 miles (109 km) by car.
Driving from West Lafayette to Indianapolis will take approximately 01 hours 12 minutes.
#1 West Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It is located on the Wabash River in the southwestern part of the state. West Lafayette is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Purdue University campus and the Discovery Park Zoo.
| Population | 51605 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°25'33"N 86°54'29"W |
| Latitude | 40.4258700 |
| Longitude | -86.9080700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area. It is located in central Indiana. Indianapolis is a major center for motorsports and is home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
| Population | 877903 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°46'6"N 86°9'29"W |
| Latitude | 39.7683800 |
| Longitude | -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Indianapolis: Monument Circle (-86.158009,39.768033)
Estimated Travel Time Between West Lafayette and Indianapolis
The distance between West Lafayette and Indianapolis is 109 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 12 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between West Lafayette and Indianapolis. The current time is 19:37:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 41 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.05 liters (2.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Lafayette and Indianapolis.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Lafayette to Indianapolis is $8.09 (diesel $10.43).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $8.09 | $9.26 | $10.34 | $10.43 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on October 06, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Lafayette and Indianapolis (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to West Lafayette 173.21 miles (279 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to West Lafayette 76.7 miles (123 km)
Driving distance from Nebraska, IN to West Lafayette 148.7 miles (239 km)
