Origin
West Lafayette, IN
Afternoon in West Lafayette on Thursday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
59.3 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Lafayette, IN
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Avon, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vine Street, Wiggins Street, Highway 231 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 59.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 59.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vine Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vine Street | — | — |
| Wiggins Street | — | — |
| Highway 231 | — | — |
| Union Street | — | — |
| North Earl Avenue | — | — |
| South Street | — | — |
| I 65 South | — | — |
| SR 267 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Vine Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Lafayette, IN and Avon, IN.
1
Start on Northwestern Avenue
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
2
Turn right onto Vine Street
276 ft
·
16 sec
·
Vine Street
3
Turn right onto Wiggins Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Wiggins Street
4
Continue on Old US Highway 231
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US Highway 231
5
Continue on Union Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Union Street
6
Turn right onto North Earl Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Earl Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Street
8
Take the ramp right toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 65 South: Indianapolis
9
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
41 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward SR 267 South: Brownsburg, Albert Street, White Drive
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
SR 267 South: Brownsburg, Albert Street, White Drive
11
Keep slight right to continue on Brownsburg
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Brownsburg
12
Turn straight onto State Road 267
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
State Road 267
13
Continue on North Green Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Green Street
14
Turn straight onto North Green Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Green Street
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avon Avenue
82 ft
·
5 sec
·
Avon Avenue
16
Exit the roundabout onto Avon Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Avon Avenue
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avon Avenue
128 ft
·
4 sec
·
Avon Avenue
18
Exit the roundabout onto Avon Avenue
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Avon Avenue
19
Turn right onto Rockville Road
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
Rockville Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from West Lafayette, IN · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from West Lafayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Avon, IN
The final approach into Avon, 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
$9.27 one way
$18.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.41 | $22.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Avon, IN
Afternoon in Avon on Thursday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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 22m 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 West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vine Street, Wiggins Street, Highway 231. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from West Lafayette, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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.
The drive from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Lafayette, IN to Avon, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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