Origin
Lafayette, IN
Morning in Lafayette on Wednesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Hartford City, IN
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Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
81.7 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
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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Hartford City, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Hartford City, IN covers 81.7 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 26, East 700 South, South Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.3 miles on SR 26. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.77 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
40.9 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 2m highway drive covering 81.7 miles, with most of the trip on SR 26 and East 700 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.3 miles on SR 26.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 26 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 26 and East 700 South. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Hartford City, IN is easy. At 2h 2m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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Douglas Street
Turn right onto Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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Grant Street
Turn left onto Grant Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Street
Turn right onto South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
73.1 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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SR 26 / County Road 950 East
Turn left onto SR 26 / County Road 950 East
Navigation decision point
4
75.2 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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SR 26 / East 700 South
Turn right onto SR 26 / East 700 South
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 26 | 70.3 mi | 1h 43m |
| East 700 South | 6 mi | 8m |
| South Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| County Road 950 East | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Washington Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Douglas Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grant Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 26
— 70.3 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Hartford City, IN.
1
Start on this road
184 ft
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15 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Douglas Street
165 ft
·
8 sec
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Douglas Street
3
Turn left onto Grant Street
34 ft
·
3 sec
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Grant Street
4
Turn right onto South Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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South Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on SR 26
70 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
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SR 26
6
Turn left onto SR 26
2.0 mi
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3 min
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County Road 950 East
7
Turn right onto SR 26
6.0 mi
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8 min
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East 700 South
8
Turn slight left onto SR 26
0.5 mi
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46 sec
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West Washington Street
9
Arrive at destination
SR 26
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 40.9 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 2h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hartford City, 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 81.7 miles and 2h 2m.
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 26 for about 70.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h 2m 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 40.9 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before SR 26 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.3 miles.
Arriving in Hartford City, IN
The final approach into Hartford City, 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 Hartford City, 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
$12.77 one way
$25.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.02 | $28.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.72 | $31.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.04 | $36.08 |
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: 28.6 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 | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.44 | $5.23 |
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
Hartford City, IN
Morning in Hartford City on Wednesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 2m 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 Hartford City, IN covers 81.7 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 26, East 700 South, South Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 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 $12.77 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 Lafayette, IN to Hartford City, IN is easy. At 2h 2m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lafayette, IN to Hartford City, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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