Origin
Lafayette, IN
Late night in Lafayette on Friday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, IN to Whiting, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
106.3 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
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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Whiting, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lafayette, IN to Whiting, IN covers 106.3 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Indiana Toll Road, Calumet Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 86.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.62 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.
Midpoint
53.2 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 106.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 6m highway drive covering 106.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Indiana Toll Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 86.6 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 86.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Indiana Toll Road. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 102 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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
|
~7m in
Turn left toward I 65 North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 65 North
8
102 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 5
Toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
7
102.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
6
102.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
US 41 / Calumet Avenue
Turn right onto US 41 / Calumet Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 86.6 mi | 1h 35m |
| Indiana Toll Road | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| Calumet Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North 18th Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East 5th Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| 119th Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| East 4th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Whiting, 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
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 65 North
9
Merge onto I 65
87 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 12; US 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Avenue
11
Continue on US 12; US 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Avenue
12
Turn right onto SR 53
506 ft
·
22 sec
·
Broadway
13
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 90 West
14
Merge onto I 90
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 5
Toward US 41: Hammond, Calumet Avenue
17
Turn straight onto 141st Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
141st Street
18
Turn right onto US 41
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Calumet Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto 119th Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
119th Street
20
Turn left onto Oliver Street
161 ft
·
14 sec
·
Oliver Street
21
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
22
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.2 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.2 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whiting, 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.
+
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 106.3 miles and 2h 6m.
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 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.2 mi from Lafayette, IN · 1h 2m 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 53.2 miles from Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.
Arriving in Whiting, IN
The final approach into Whiting, 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 Whiting, 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
$16.62 one way
$33.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.25 | $36.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.46 | $40.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.47 | $46.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.66
Indiana Toll Road
(9.4 mi)
$0.66
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 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 | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.88 | $6.80 |
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
Whiting, IN
Night in Whiting on Thursday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Shelby, 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
22 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 6m 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 Whiting, IN covers 106.3 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Indiana Toll Road, Calumet Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.2 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 $16.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 102 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lafayette, IN to Whiting, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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