How far is West Lafayette, IN from Westville, IN?
The driving distance from West Lafayette, IN to Westville, IN is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.1 miles (124 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Lafayette and Westville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Lafayette and Westville.
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Start on Northwestern Avenue
13 m · 2 sec · Northwestern Avenue
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Turn right onto Vine Street
84 m · 16 sec · Vine Street
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Turn right onto Wiggins Street
541 ft · 17 sec · Wiggins Street
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Turn slight right
1155 ft · 37 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North River Road
5 mi · 8 min · North River Road
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Continue on N River Road
6.3 mi · 11 min · N River Road
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Continue straight
12.1 mi · 21 min
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Continue straight
52.8 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Valparaiso Street
850 ft · 40 sec · West Valparaiso Street
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Turn right onto Plain Avenue
67 m · 10 sec · Plain Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Plain Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Lafayette and Westville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
N River Road
Continue straight
52.8 mi · 01h 16m
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 West Lafayette and Rain Showers Likely near Westville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Lafayette to Westville?
The road trip is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Francesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.2 miles from West Lafayette and 39.1 miles from Westville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.1 miles (124 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.70 one way or $21.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between West Lafayette and Westville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around West Lafayette and Rain Showers Likely near Westville.
Stop Ideas Near Francesville
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 Francesville.
Rensselaer
Lafayette station
Dyer station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Lafayette and Westville. Straight-line distance: 77.08 mi (124.05 km).
#1 West Lafayette
The most populous city in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
| Population | 51,605 |
| Coordinates | 40.4258700, -86.9080700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Westville
Borough of New Jersey
| Population | 5,854 |
| Coordinates | 41.5414300, -86.9005800 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Westville (-86.90058, 41.54143)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.70 | $21.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $13.82 | $27.63 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $18.34 | $36.68 |
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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