Origin
Concord, IN
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, IN to West Lafayette, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
140.6 mi
226 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, IN
Michiel Meurs
West Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
This 140.6-mile drive from Concord to West Lafayette, Indiana, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily travel on Wabash Road and Hoosier Heartland Highway before merging onto I-69 for a portion of the journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, this route offers a straightforward and economical way to travel within the Midwest region. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, so plan for a full day of driving rather than an overnight split. It's a practical choice for a weekend excursion or an efficient commute.
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
70.3 miles from Concord, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wabash Road | 46.2 mi | 58m |
| Hoosier Heartland Highway | 35.4 mi | 44m |
| I 69 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| SR 1 | 13 mi | 19m |
| US 24 | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| Spencer Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| County Road 56 | 2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Wabash Road
— 46.2 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, IN and West Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on CR 51
181 ft
·
12 sec
·
County Road 51
2
Turn right onto CR 56
2.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 56
3
Turn right onto CR 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 59
4
Continue on CR 59
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Spencer Street
5
Continue on SR 1
13 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 1
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 69 South
7
Merge onto I 69
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 296B
Toward West Lafayette Center Road
9
Continue on Lafayette Center Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lafayette Center Road
10
Continue on East 900 North
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East 900 North
11
Turn left onto US 24
12 mi
·
15 min
·
US 24
12
Continue on US 24
45 mi
·
56 min
·
Wabash Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto US 24; US 35
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wabash Road
14
Continue on US 24; US 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Logansport Bypass
15
Continue on US 24; US 35
35 mi
·
43 min
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
Toward US 24 West, US 35 North, SR 25 North: Logansport, La Porte, Rochester
16
Enter roundabout onto SR 25
237 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
17
Continue on SR 25
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Hoosier Heartland Highway
18
Continue on Schuyler Avenue
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Schuyler Avenue
19
Continue on North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North 15th Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto Greenbush Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Greenbush Street
21
Continue on Fannon Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fannon Drive
22
Turn left onto Fannon Drive
498 ft
·
27 sec
·
Fannon Drive
23
At end of road, turn right onto Salem Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Salem Street
24
Continue on Old US Highway 231
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Old US Highway 231
25
Continue on US 231
388 ft
·
9 sec
·
Union Street
26
Continue on Fowler Avenue
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Fowler Avenue
27
Turn sharp left onto Northwestern Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
Northwestern Avenue
Trip Plan
For this approximately 3-hour and 10-minute trip, departing earlier in the day is advisable to maximize your daylight hours and allow for flexibility. With only one suggested stop noted, you have the freedom to manage your breaks efficiently. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before the 46.2-mile stretch on Wabash Road, as services might be more spaced out. Given the manageable distance, you won't need to split this drive, allowing you to reach West Lafayette on the same day you depart Concord. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate to budget for.
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 70.3 miles from Concord, IN, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.2 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 31 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.3 miles or 1h 38m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Concord, 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 Concord, IN
This is one driving day of about 140.6 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Concord, 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 Wabash Road for about 46.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.3 miles from Concord, 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 18.5 and 140.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
18.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
37.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward West Lafayette Center Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 296B
Toward West Lafayette Center Road
5
138.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 5m in
|
Greenbush Street
At end of road, turn right onto Greenbush Street
Navigation decision point
6
139.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
|
Salem Street
At end of road, turn right onto Salem Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
140.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
|
Northwestern Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Northwestern Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.98 one way
$43.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.13 | $48.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.06 | $54.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.04 | $62.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 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 | 42.2 | 0 | $14.76 | $6.75 |
| Efficient EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.30 | $5.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.68 | $9.00 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
West Lafayette, IN
Late night in West Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
19 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
3h 10m 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?
Expect a mixed driving experience on this 140.6-mile journey. While 31% of the route involves highway driving, you'll also spend significant time on state and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 46.2 miles on Wabash Road, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. This segment likely provides a more rural feel before transitioning to the faster pace of Hoosier Heartland Highway and I-69. The profile suggests a dynamic drive that shifts from more open roadways to quicker sections.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.2 mi on Wabash Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 18.5 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 10m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.5 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 138.6 miles (Greenbush Street): Navigation decision point.
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.
Between Concord, IN and West Lafayette, IN, road signs point toward La Porte and Rochester.
La Porte
100.6 mi in
|
~2h 16m
|
via US 24; US 35
Rochester
100.6 mi in
|
~2h 16m
|
via US 24; US 35
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 140.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.2 miles on Wabash Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.5 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 138.6 miles (Greenbush Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at West Lafayette, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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