Origin
Vincennes, IN
Night in Vincennes on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
144.5 mi
233 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
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6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vincennes, IN
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Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 144.5 miles and takes about 3h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 41, South Forest Avenue, SR 47 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.3 miles on US 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.59 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
72.3 miles from Vincennes, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 144.5 miles and takes about 3h 19m, 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 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 48.3 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 around 50.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 19m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 56.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward SR 641 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 641 North
4
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I-70 East: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-70 East: Indianapolis
5
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
4
96.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
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SR 59; SR 236
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 236
Navigation decision point
5
140.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
|
US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Linton along the way.
Linton
68 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 48.3 mi | 59m |
| South Forest Avenue | 24.1 mi | 36m |
| SR 47 | 13.2 mi | 19m |
| South Washington Street | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| Base Line Road | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| SR 641 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| SR 59 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 48.3 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vincennes, IN and Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on US 41 Business
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North 6th Street
2
Continue on US 41; US 150
48 mi
·
59 min
·
US 41; US 150
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Toward SR 641 North
4
Continue on SR 641
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 641
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I-70 East: Indianapolis
6
Merge onto I 70
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
8
Turn left onto SR 59
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 59
9
Continue on SR 59
24 mi
·
36 min
·
South Forest Avenue
10
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 236
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 59; SR 236
11
Turn left onto SR 59
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 59
12
Turn left onto SR 59
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Cross Street
13
Turn right onto SR 47
13 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 47
14
Turn left onto US 231; SR 32; SR 47
12 mi
·
17 min
·
South Washington Street
15
Continue on US 231
449 ft
·
7 sec
·
Holden Street
16
Turn slight left onto US 231
340 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on US 231
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Base Line Road
18
Continue on US 231
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Base Line Rd
19
Continue on US 231
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Base Line Road
20
Turn right onto US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 52
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto US 52
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old US Highway 231
22
Turn left onto South 18th Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South 18th Street
23
Turn right onto Douglas Street
494 ft
·
23 sec
·
Douglas Street
24
Turn right
184 ft
·
13 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.3 miles from Vincennes, IN, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.3 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.3 miles or 1h 29m 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 39m
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 Vincennes, 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 Vincennes, IN
This is one driving day of about 144.5 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Vincennes, 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 US 41 for about 48.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.3 mi from Vincennes, IN · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 72.3 miles from Vincennes, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lafayette, 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
$22.59 one way
$45.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.80 | $49.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.81 | $55.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.90 | $63.81 |
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: 50.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.17 | $6.94 |
| Efficient EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.23 | $9.25 |
Gas CO2
51 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
Night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
6 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
3h 19m 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 Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 144.5 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, South Forest Avenue, SR 47. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.3 miles from Vincennes, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.59 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 19m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 56.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Vincennes, IN to Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Linton along the way.
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