Origin
Vienna, IN
Late night in Vienna on Thursday
Local time
12:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vienna, IN to Lafayette, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
149.1 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vienna, IN
Niklas Jeromin
Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Vienna, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 149.1 miles and takes about 2h 53m 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 Street, South Gardner Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 141.9 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.31 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
74.6 miles from Vienna, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 53m highway drive covering 149.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and South Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 141.9 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 141.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and South Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near SR 56 / West McClain Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.1 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: at 2.9 miles (SR 56 / West McClain Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Turn left onto SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
85.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
I 65
Keep slight right at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
115.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m 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
6
145.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 141.9 mi | 2h 39m |
| South Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| South Gardner Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 31 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West McClain Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 52 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| SR 26 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 141.9 mi, about 2h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vienna, IN and Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on SR 356
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 31
3
Continue on US 31
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Gardner Street
4
Turn left onto SR 56
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
West McClain Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 65
82 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 65
30 mi
·
35 min
·
I 65
Use the slight right lane.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.6 miles from Vienna, IN, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.9 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 33 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vienna, 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 Vienna, IN
This is one driving day of about 149.1 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Vienna, 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 I 65 for about 141.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.6 mi from Vienna, IN · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.6 miles from Vienna, 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 141.9 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lafayette, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.31 one way
$46.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.59 | $51.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.69 | $57.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.66 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Late night in Lafayette on Thursday
Local time
12:12 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
18 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
2h 53m 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 Vienna, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 149.1 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, South Street, South Gardner 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 74.6 miles from Vienna, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.31 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.1 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: at 2.9 miles (SR 56 / West McClain Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Vienna, IN to Lafayette, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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