Origin
Brownsburg, IN
Late night in Brownsburg on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brownsburg, IN to West Lafayette, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
53.5 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brownsburg, IN
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West Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Brownsburg to West Lafayette, you are looking at a straightforward 53.5-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes on the road, making this a perfect candidate for a convenient day trip. You will primarily utilize I-65, State Road 267, and South Street to complete the trek. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is an incredibly cost-effective excursion for a quick getaway or a business trip. Since the entire drive stays within Indiana, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transition. Whether you are visiting for the day or heading up for a longer stay, this route provides a reliable and efficient connection between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 37.7 mi | 40m |
| State Road 267 | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| South Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Green Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Columbia Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| East State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 52 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| SR 26 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 37.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownsburg, IN and West Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on US 136
44 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto 267
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Green Street
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on State Road 267
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
State Road 267
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
5
Merge onto I 65; US 52
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 65; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
8
Merge onto I 65
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
10
Turn left onto SR 26
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
SR 26
11
Continue on South Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street
12
Turn right onto Main Street
426 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn slight left onto Columbia Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Columbia Street
14
Enter roundabout onto East State Street
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
East State Street
15
Continue on East State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Northwestern Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Northwestern Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Brownsburg, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
267 / North Green Street
Turn right onto 267 / North Green Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 65; US 52
Merge onto I 65; US 52
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
18 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
18.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
48.3 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.36 one way
$16.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
West Lafayette, IN
Late night in West Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Lebanon, IN
27 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
4 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
1h 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is largely a highway-focused endeavor, with 71% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 37.7 miles while cruising along I-65. The transition from local roads like State Road 267 and South Street into the interstate system defines the character of the trip. Expect a practical, no-nonsense commute that favors speed and efficiency over winding, scenic backroads. While the interstate segments offer a consistent pace, the shift toward your destination keeps the drive feeling focused and purposeful from start to finish.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and State Road 267. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 267 / North Green 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 53.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 (267 / North Green Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (I 65; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Brownsburg, IN to West Lafayette, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rossville along the way.
Rossville
48.3 mi in
|
~59m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 53.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.7 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at West Lafayette, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (267 / North Green Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (I 65; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Lafayette, IN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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