Origin
Lafayette, IN
Morning in Lafayette on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Ligonier, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
119.3 mi
192 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
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6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 48m
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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Ligonier, IN
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Trip Overview
This 119.3-mile drive from Lafayette, Indiana, to Ligonier, Indiana, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. You'll navigate using main roads like SR 25, Michigan Avenue, and South Detroit Street, with about 48% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, and with one recommended stop, it’s a straightforward midwestern journey. This drive offers a mixed driving experience, making it suitable for a leisurely day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with nearly half of the 119.3 miles featuring highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 55.7 miles on SR 25, offering a period of consistent progress. As you travel, the road character shifts between faster highway sections and potentially more localized driving as you approach and enter towns. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will experience a variety of driving conditions on your way to Ligonier.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 54m drive. You will face about 21 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 0.1 miles (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Street
Turn left onto South Street
Navigation decision point
5
39.6 mi into trip
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~55m in
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SR 25 / North 6th Street
Turn left onto SR 25 / North 6th Street
Navigation decision point
5
119.3 mi into trip
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~2h 54m in
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SR 5 / North Cavin Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 5 / North Cavin Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 25 | 55.7 mi | 1h 15m |
| Michigan Avenue | 22.9 mi | 33m |
| South Detroit Street | 15.1 mi | 22m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| Lincolnway West | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Old State Road 25 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Winona Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 25
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Ligonier, IN.
1
Start on this road
184 ft
·
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
·
6 sec
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Grant Street
4
Turn left onto South Street
494 ft
·
16 sec
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South Street
5
Turn right onto North 18th Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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North 18th Street
6
Turn right onto Schuyler Avenue
1.9 mi
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3 min
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Schuyler Avenue
7
Continue on SR 25
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
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Hoosier Heartland Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 25
9 ft
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0 sec
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SR 25
9
Continue on SR 25
31 mi
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39 min
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SR 25
10
Turn right onto Old State Road 25
2.7 mi
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4 min
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Old State Road 25
11
Continue on South Cicott Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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South Cicott Street
12
Turn right onto BUS US 24
0.5 mi
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54 sec
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West Market Street
13
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.1 mi
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26 sec
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South 2nd Street
14
Turn right onto Eel River Avenue
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Eel River Avenue
15
Continue on High Street
0.3 mi
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34 sec
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High Street
16
Turn left onto SR 25
0.1 mi
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27 sec
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North 6th Street
17
Turn right onto SR 25
23 mi
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33 min
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Michigan Avenue
18
Turn right onto SR 14; SR 25
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
602 East 9th Street
19
Continue on SR 14; SR 25
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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East 9th Street
20
Turn left onto SR 25
24 mi
·
36 min
·
SR 25
21
Turn right onto SR 25
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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West Winona Avenue
22
Turn left onto SR 15
15 mi
·
22 min
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South Detroit Street
23
Turn right onto US 6
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
24
Enter roundabout onto US 6; SR 13
111 ft
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1 sec
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
25
Continue on US 6; SR 13
2.8 mi
·
4 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
26
Turn left onto US 33; SR 13
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 33; SR 13
27
Turn right onto SR 13
0.8 mi
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1 min
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State Road 13
28
Continue on CR 50
1.5 mi
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1 min
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County Road 50
29
Continue on Lincolnway West
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Lincolnway West
30
At end of road, turn left onto SR 5
141 ft
·
6 sec
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North Cavin Street
31
Turn right onto Pigeon Street
38 ft
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1 sec
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Pigeon Street
32
Arrive at destination
Pigeon Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 54 minute duration, departing Lafayette in the morning allows ample time to reach Ligonier without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop and an estimated fuel cost of $19, this trip is budget-friendly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 55.7-mile stretch on SR 25, as services might be less frequent. This relatively short drive offers flexibility; you can leave a bit later if needed or plan for an early arrival to enjoy more time at your destination.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.7 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ligonier, 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 119.3 miles and 2h 54m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on SR 25 for about 55.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.7 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 59.7 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ligonier, IN
The final approach into Ligonier, 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 Ligonier, 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
$18.65 one way
$37.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.96 | $45.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.34 | $52.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.53 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.70 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Ligonier, IN
Morning in Ligonier on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
24 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 54m 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 Ligonier, IN covers 119.3 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 25, Michigan Avenue, South Detroit Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.7 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 $18.65 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 54m drive. You will face about 21 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 0.1 miles (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lafayette, IN to Ligonier, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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