Origin
Lafayette, IN
Afternoon in Lafayette on Thursday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Rushville, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
106 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
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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Rushville, IN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Embarking on this 106-mile journey from Lafayette, Indiana, to Rushville, Indiana, will take approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes. This route is entirely within the Midwest, offering a straightforward drive across Indiana. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for a single day trip. The majority of your drive, 79%, will be on highways, making it a relatively quick connection between these two Hoosier towns. You won't need an overnight stay for this drive; it's perfectly suited for a day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 106 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with a significant 79% of the total mileage spent on faster roads. You'll be navigating on I-65 and US 52 for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.4 miles on I-65, providing a period of consistent speed and forward momentum. While largely highway, the route incorporates East Main Street, suggesting a shift to more local roads as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent driving rhythm for most of this 106-mile connection.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and East Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 106 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Douglas Street
Turn right onto Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Street
Turn right onto South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
45.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 865
Keep slight right at fork onto I 865
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
72.6 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
|
US 52
Take the exit onto US 52 toward US 52 East: Brookville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47
Toward US 52 East: Brookville Road
7
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 52
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 toward New Palestine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward New Palestine
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 Rushville, IN, road signs begin pointing toward New Palestine along the way.
New Palestine
72.9 mi in
|
~1h 24m
|
via US 52
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 42.4 mi | 45m |
| East Main Street | 18 mi | 26m |
| US 52 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| I 465 | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| I 69 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| I 865 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| South Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 42.4 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Rushville, IN.
1
Start on this road
184 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Douglas Street
165 ft
·
8 sec
·
Douglas Street
3
Turn left onto Grant Street
34 ft
·
3 sec
·
Grant Street
4
Turn right onto South Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
6
Merge onto I 65
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 65
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 865
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 865
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 465
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 69; I 465
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 52
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 52
Exit 47
Toward US 52 East: Brookville Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
15 mi
·
21 min
·
US 52
Toward New Palestine
Use the right lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto US 52
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
13
Continue on US 52
18 mi
·
26 min
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
West 3rd Street
15
Continue on US 52; SR 44
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West 2nd Street
16
Turn left onto North Morgan Street
376 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Morgan Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Morgan Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour, 14-minute duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Rushville and return without feeling rushed. With minimal stops recommended, focus on enjoying the highway stretches. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading out, as the estimated cost is $17 for the 106 miles. A practical tip: ensure your tires are properly inflated before departing Lafayette to maximize fuel efficiency on the predominantly highway portion of your drive.
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 53 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.4 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 23 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53 miles or 1h 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rushville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lafayette, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 106 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Lafayette, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 42.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rushville, IN
The final approach into Rushville, 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 Rushville, 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
$16.57 one way
$33.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.20 | $36.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.40 | $40.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.40 | $46.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.84 | $6.78 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Rushville, IN
Afternoon in Rushville on Thursday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Lawrence, IN
53 mi in
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
21 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 14m 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 Rushville, IN covers 106 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, East Main Street, US 52. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53 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 $16.57 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 106 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lafayette, IN to Rushville, IN, road signs begin pointing toward New Palestine along the way.
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