Origin
Danville, IN
Evening in Danville on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danville, IN
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West Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Cross Street, West Main Street, Urban Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
29.2 miles from Danville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 58.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Cross Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Cross Street | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| Urban Street | — | — |
| County Road 100 W | — | — |
| North State Street | — | — |
| County Road 50 West | — | — |
| I 74 West | — | — |
| US 231 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Cross Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, IN and West Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on the route
39 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto South Cross Street
59 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Cross Street
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Turn right onto Urban Street
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Urban Street
5
Continue on County Road 100 W
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 100 W
6
Continue on North State Street
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North State Street
7
Continue on County Road 50 West
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
County Road 50 West
8
Take the ramp left toward I 74 West: Peoria
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 74 West: Peoria
9
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
25 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Linden, Crawfordsville
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 231: Linden, Crawfordsville
11
Turn left onto Base Line Road
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Base Line Road
12
Continue on Holden Street
449 ft
·
8 sec
·
Holden Street
13
Turn slight left onto North Main Street
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on Base Line Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Base Line Road
15
Continue on Base Line Rd
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Base Line Rd
16
Continue on Base Line Road
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Base Line Road
17
Turn right onto South River Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South River Road
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South River Road
187 ft
·
8 sec
·
South River Road
19
Exit the roundabout onto South River Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
South River Road
20
Turn left onto East State Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
East State Street
21
Turn right onto Northwestern Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 29.2 miles from Danville, IN, or about 32m into the drive.
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 13 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Danville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Danville, IN
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Danville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Danville, IN · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 29.2 miles from Danville, 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
$9.13 one way
$18.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in West Lafayette on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 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
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
1h 4m 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 Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Cross Street, West Main Street, Urban Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Danville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.13 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.
The drive from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Danville, IN to West Lafayette, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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