Origin
Lafayette, IN
Late night in Lafayette on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Stony Creek, IN
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
120.4 mi
194 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 47m
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6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
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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Stony Creek, IN
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Stony Creek, IN covers 120.4 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 25, Michigan Avenue, South Detroit Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.7 miles on SR 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.82 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Stony Creek, IN covers 120.4 miles and takes about 2h 58m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 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 58m drive. You will face about 20 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 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Douglas Street
Turn right onto Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 18th Street
Turn right onto North 18th 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 25 | 55.7 mi | 1h 15m |
| Michigan Avenue | 22.9 mi | 33m |
| South Detroit Street | 20.2 mi | 30m |
| County Road 42 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Old State Road 25 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Winona Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North 18th Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
SR 25
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Stony Creek, 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
·
6 sec
·
Grant Street
4
Turn left onto South Street
494 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Street
5
Turn right onto North 18th Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North 18th Street
6
Turn right onto Schuyler Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
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
·
0 sec
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SR 25
9
Continue on SR 25
31 mi
·
39 min
·
SR 25
10
Turn right onto Old State Road 25
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
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
·
54 sec
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West Market Street
13
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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South 2nd Street
14
Turn right onto Eel River Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Eel River Avenue
15
Continue on High Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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High Street
16
Turn left onto SR 25
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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North 6th Street
17
Turn right onto SR 25
23 mi
·
33 min
·
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
·
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
·
West Winona Avenue
22
Turn left onto SR 15
20 mi
·
30 min
·
South Detroit Street
23
Turn right onto CR 29
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 29
24
Turn left
176 ft
·
9 sec
25
Turn straight onto CR 142
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 142
26
Turn right onto CR 42
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 42
27
Continue on CR 42
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
28
Continue on CR 42
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 42
29
Turn left onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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East County Line Road; South 1200 West
30
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
1 min
31
Arrive at 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 25m 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 60.2 miles or 1h 25m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Creek, 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 120.4 miles and 2h 58m.
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 60.2 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h 25m 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 60.2 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stony Creek, IN
The final approach into Stony Creek, 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 Stony Creek, 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
$18.82 one way
$37.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.67 | $41.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.58 | $53.17 |
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: 42.1 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 | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.86 | $7.71 |
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
Stony Creek, IN
Late night in Stony Creek on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 58m 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 Stony Creek, IN covers 120.4 miles and takes about 2h 58m 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 60.2 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 $18.82 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 58m drive. You will face about 20 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 Stony Creek, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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