Origin
Lafayette, IN
Night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Westville, IN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
79.5 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Westville, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Lafayette to Westville, expect a straightforward 79.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it covers a manageable distance within the Midwest. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through Indiana, you will utilize a combination of North River Road, I-65, and US 421 to reach your destination. Because the transit time is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the trip in one go.
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
39.7 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will encounter a significant 52.8-mile stretch on US 421, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your journey. Expect the road to transition from local connectors like North River Road onto the faster pace of I-65. While the interstate sections allow for efficient cruising, the transition onto US 421 shifts the character of the drive toward a more steady, consistent pace. Being behind the wheel here means balancing high-speed highway segments with the practical navigation required to bridge these two Indiana locations.
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.
US 421 is the longest continuous segment at about 52.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and North River Road. 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 2h 3m 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 3.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
6
3.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
Turn left toward I 65 North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 65 North
6
6.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 178
Toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
6
6.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake Freeman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake...
5
79.4 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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Plain Avenue
Turn right onto Plain Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lafayette, IN and Westville, IN, road signs point toward Brookston, Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman.
Brookston
6.6 mi in
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~11m
Lake Shafer
6.9 mi in
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~12m
Lake Freeman
6.9 mi in
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~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 52.8 mi | 1h 16m |
| North River Road | 17.9 mi | 31m |
| I 65 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North 18th Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Valparaiso Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hoosier Heartland Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 52.8 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Westville, 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
·
North 18th Street
6
Turn right onto Schuyler Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Schuyler Avenue
7
Continue on SR 25
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Hoosier Heartland Highway
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 65 North
9
Merge onto I 65
2.6 mi
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2 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 178
Toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
11
Keep slight right at fork
234 ft
·
5 sec
Toward SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake Freeman
12
Turn straight onto SR 43
18 mi
·
31 min
·
North River Road
13
Continue on US 421
53 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
US 421
14
Turn left onto US 6; US 421
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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US 6; US 421
15
Continue on West Valparaiso Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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West Valparaiso Street
16
Turn right onto Plain Avenue
219 ft
·
9 sec
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Plain Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Plain Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure to avoid peak traffic hours. With no formal stops programmed into the route, you have the freedom to pace yourself and pull over whenever you need a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels before merging onto the highway stretches, as the 52.8-mile run on US 421 limits your immediate access to service stations. Planning your travel time during daylight hours will ensure the best visibility for navigating the transition between the interstate and local roads. Use the 2-hour drive time as a baseline, but remain prepared for minor traffic fluctuations common on regional highway connectors.
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 39.7 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.8 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 79.5 miles or 2h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 Westville, 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 79.5 miles and 2h 3m.
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 US 421 for about 52.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.7 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Westville, IN
The final approach into Westville, 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 Westville, 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
$12.43 one way
$24.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.65 | $27.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.55 | $35.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Westville, IN
Night in Westville on Tuesday
Local time
10:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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 3m 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 Westville, IN covers 79.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 421, North River Road, I 65. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.7 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 $12.43 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 2h 3m 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 3.8 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lafayette, IN and Westville, IN, road signs point toward Brookston, Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman.
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