Origin
Avon, IN
Afternoon in Avon on Friday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avon, IN to West Lafayette, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
59.5 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avon, IN
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West Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Avon, IN to West Lafayette, IN covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, State Road 267, Avon Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.7 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 59.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and State Road 267. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.7 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and State Road 267. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 36 / Rockville Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 36 / Rockville Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (I 65; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 36 / Rockville Road
Turn uturn onto US 36 / Rockville Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
267 / Avon Avenue
Turn left onto 267 / Avon Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
16.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 65; US 52
Merge onto I 65; US 52
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
24 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 52
Take the exit onto US 52 toward US 52 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
6
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Avon, IN to West Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rossville along the way.
Rossville
54.3 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 37.7 mi | 40m |
| State Road 267 | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| Avon Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| South Green Street | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| South Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Columbia Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| East State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Rockville Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 37.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon, IN and West Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on US 36
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Rockville Road
2
Turn uturn onto US 36
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Rockville Road
3
Turn left onto 267
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Avon Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto 267
103 ft
·
3 sec
·
Avon Avenue
5
Continue on 267
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Avon Avenue
6
Enter roundabout onto South Green Street
114 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Green Street
7
Continue on South Green Street
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
South Green Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on State Road 267
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
State Road 267
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
10
Merge onto I 65; US 52
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 65; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
13
Merge onto I 65
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 65
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
15
Turn left onto SR 26
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 26
16
Continue on South Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street
17
Turn right onto Main Street
426 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn slight left onto Columbia Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Columbia Street
19
Enter roundabout onto East State Street
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
East State Street
20
Continue on East State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto Northwestern Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Northwestern Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Avon, IN · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Avon, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Lafayette, IN
The final approach into West Lafayette, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.30 one way
$18.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.21 | $20.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.45 | $22.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.33 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Lafayette, IN
Afternoon in West Lafayette on Friday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Avon, IN to West Lafayette, IN covers 59.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, State Road 267, Avon Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.8 miles from Avon, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 36 / Rockville Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (I 65; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Avon, IN to West Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rossville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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