Origin
Pittsboro, IN
Evening in Pittsboro on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsboro, IN to Lafayette, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
52.2 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsboro, IN
Jay Brand
Lafayette, IN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsboro, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 52.2 miles and takes about 1h 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, South Lebanon Street, West Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.16 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.1 miles from Pittsboro, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 52.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and South Lebanon Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.4 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 16 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 32.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
958 ft
665 ft
Total Climb
61 ft
Total Descent
301 ft
Highest Point
958 ft
~3.7 mi in
Elevation Range
293 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and South Lebanon Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 136 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 (US 136 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 136 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 136 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
18.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 52
Take the exit onto US 52 toward US 52 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
5
18.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
48.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
5
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
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 Pittsboro, IN to Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rossville along the way.
Rossville
48.9 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 32.4 mi | 35m |
| South Lebanon Street | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| West Main Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| South Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| County Road 50 West | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North State Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 52 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| SR 26 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 32.4 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsboro, IN and Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on North Maple Street
44 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Maple Street
2
Turn right onto US 136
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto SR 39
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North State Street
4
Continue on SR 39
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 50 West
5
Continue on SR 39
8.7 mi
·
13 min
·
South Lebanon Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
7
Merge onto I 65; US 52
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 65; US 52
8
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
10
Merge onto I 65
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 65
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
12
Turn left onto SR 26
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 26
13
Continue on South Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street
14
Turn slight left onto Jackson Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Jackson Street
15
Turn right
178 ft
·
13 sec
16
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 26.1 miles from Pittsboro, IN, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 11 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.1 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Pittsboro, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pittsboro, IN
This is one driving day of about 52.2 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Pittsboro, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 32.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Pittsboro, IN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Pittsboro, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, IN
The final approach into Lafayette, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.16 one way
$16.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.53 | $23.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lafayette, IN
Evening in Lafayette on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 to 20 mph
63% chance
Live forecast
71°F
Lebanon, IN
26 mi in
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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 6m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pittsboro, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 52.2 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, South Lebanon Street, West Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Pittsboro, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.16 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 52.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 (US 136 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Pittsboro, IN to Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rossville along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 665 ft to 958 ft elevation with about 61 ft of total climbing.
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