Origin
Crawfordsville, IN
Night in Crawfordsville on Sunday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crawfordsville, IN to Lafayette, IN
Drive Time
47m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crawfordsville, IN
Tom Fisk
Lafayette, IN
Chris Mac
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Crawfordsville and Lafayette, Indiana, you are looking at a quick, 29.9-mile journey through the Midwest. Expect the drive to take approximately 47 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. You will primarily navigate via North Washington Street and Base Line Road to complete the transit. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should be sufficient to cover your needs for this short distance. Since this route is quite efficient, there is no need to consider an overnight split, allowing you to easily complete the trip in a single afternoon.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15 miles from Crawfordsville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, offering a distinct departure from the monotony of major interstates. While you will spend about 8% of your time on highways, the majority of your experience involves local roads that demand your full attention. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.5 miles while traveling on North Washington Street. The route shifts in character as you transition between these local segments, requiring you to remain alert to the frequent turns along the way. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Washington Street is the longest continuous segment at about 10.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Englewood Drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (North Englewood Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 136 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 136 / East Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Englewood Drive
Turn left onto North Englewood Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 136 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 136 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 136 / East Market Street
Turn left onto US 136 / East Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
|
US 231 / North Washington Street
Turn right onto US 231 / North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
25.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Washington Street | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| Base Line Road | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Base Line Rd | 4 mi | 5m |
| Old US Highway 231 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South 18th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 52 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Market Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Washington Street
— 10.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crawfordsville, IN and Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on Eastwood Drive
397 ft
·
22 sec
·
Eastwood Drive
2
Turn left onto North Englewood Drive
416 ft
·
25 sec
·
North Englewood Drive
3
Turn right onto US 136
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 136
415 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Oak Street
5
Turn left onto US 136
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Market Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Turn right onto US 231
10 mi
·
15 min
·
North Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 231
449 ft
·
7 sec
·
Holden Street
8
Turn slight left onto US 231
340 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on US 231
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Base Line Road
10
Continue on US 231
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Base Line Rd
11
Continue on US 231
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Base Line Road
12
Turn right onto US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 52
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old US Highway 231
14
Turn left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South 18th Street
15
Turn right onto Douglas Street
494 ft
·
23 sec
·
Douglas Street
16
Turn right
184 ft
·
13 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 47-minute drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily fit this transit into your morning or afternoon schedule without worrying about complex rest stops or long-haul planning. Since the total mileage is under 30 miles, you won't need to worry about mid-trip refueling, provided you start your journey with a standard amount of gas. Keep a close watch on your navigation, especially when transitioning between North Washington Street and the Base Line Road sections. Use the agility of this short route to your benefit by keeping your itinerary light and open to spontaneous adjustments.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15 miles from Crawfordsville, IN, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29.9 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crawfordsville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crawfordsville, IN
This is one driving day of about 29.9 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crawfordsville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Washington Street for about 10.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Crawfordsville, IN · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Crawfordsville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, IN
The final approach into Lafayette, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lafayette, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.54 one way
$9.08 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.01 | $10.01 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.64 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Lafayette, IN
Night in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 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
47m 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 Crawfordsville, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 29.9 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Washington Street, Base Line Road, Base Line Rd. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Crawfordsville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.54 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 29.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (North Englewood Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 136 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 136 / East Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Crawfordsville, IN to Lafayette, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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