Origin
Lafayette, IN
Night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Clinton, IN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
82.6 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lafayette, IN
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Clinton, IN
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Clinton, IN covers 82.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 63, I 74, SR 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.2 miles on SR 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.91 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
41.3 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 82.6 miles, with most of the trip on SR 63 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.2 miles on SR 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 52 / Teal Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Douglas Street
Turn left onto Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 52 / Teal Road
Turn right onto US 52 / Teal Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
29 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 74 West
6
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
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 Lafayette, IN to Clinton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Terre Haute along the way.
Terre Haute
49.3 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 30.2 mi | 38m |
| I 74 | 20.1 mi | 21m |
| SR 25 | 20 mi | 28m |
| North State Road 25 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| South 18th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Teal Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| US 52 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 30.2 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Clinton, IN.
1
Start on this road
184 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Douglas Street
494 ft
·
24 sec
·
Douglas Street
3
Turn slight left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South 18th Street
4
Turn right onto US 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Teal Road
5
Turn left onto US 52
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US Highway 231
6
Turn right onto US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on SR 25
20 mi
·
28 min
·
SR 25
Use the left lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto SR 25
107 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Bascom Street
9
Turn right onto SR 25
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Vine Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto SR 25
117 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Wabash Street
11
Turn left onto SR 25
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Garfield Street
12
Continue on SR 25
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North State Road 25
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 74 West
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 74
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 74
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
16
Turn left onto SR 63
30 mi
·
38 min
·
SR 63
17
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
18
Continue on North Main Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
SR 163
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 41.3 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.2 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.3 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN
This is one driving day of about 82.6 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lafayette, 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 SR 63 for about 30.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.3 mi from Lafayette, IN · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clinton, IN
The final approach into Clinton, 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 Clinton, 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
$12.91 one way
$25.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.90 | $31.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Clinton, IN
Night in Clinton on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 51m 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 Lafayette, IN to Clinton, IN covers 82.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, I 74, SR 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.3 miles from Lafayette, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.91 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 is a straightforward 1h 51m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 52 / Teal Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lafayette, IN to Clinton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Terre Haute along the way.
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