Trip from Lafayette, IN to Ligonier, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 54m

Distance

119.3 mi

192 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 43m ★

6 AM

2h 54m

8 AM

3h 17m

10 AM

3h 2m

12 PM

3h 0m

3 PM

3h 3m

5 PM

3h 15m

8 PM

2h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lafayette, IN

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human settlement in Noble County, Indiana, United States of America

Ligonier, IN

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Trip Overview

This 119.3-mile drive from Lafayette, Indiana, to Ligonier, Indiana, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. You'll navigate using main roads like SR 25, Michigan Avenue, and South Detroit Street, with about 48% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, and with one recommended stop, it’s a straightforward midwestern journey. This drive offers a mixed driving experience, making it suitable for a leisurely day trip without the need for an overnight stay.

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

59.7 miles from Lafayette, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
SR 25	55.7 mi	1h 15m
Michigan Avenue	22.9 mi	33m
South Detroit Street	15.1 mi	22m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway	7.6 mi	10m
Lincolnway West	3.4 mi	5m
Old State Road 25	2.7 mi	4m
Schuyler Avenue	1.9 mi	3m
West Winona Avenue	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: SR 25 — 55.7 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Ligonier, IN.

Start on this road

184 ft · 15 sec · this road

Turn right onto Douglas Street

165 ft · 8 sec · Douglas Street

Turn left onto Grant Street

34 ft · 6 sec · Grant Street

Turn left onto South Street

494 ft · 16 sec · South Street

Turn right onto North 18th Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · North 18th Street

Turn right onto Schuyler Avenue

1.9 mi · 3 min · Schuyler Avenue

Continue on SR 25

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Hoosier Heartland Highway

Enter roundabout onto SR 25

9 ft · 0 sec · SR 25

Continue on SR 25

31 mi · 39 min · SR 25

Turn right onto Old State Road 25

2.7 mi · 4 min · Old State Road 25

Continue on South Cicott Street

0.5 mi · 55 sec · South Cicott Street

Turn right onto BUS US 24

0.5 mi · 54 sec · West Market Street

Turn left onto South 2nd Street

0.1 mi · 26 sec · South 2nd Street

Turn right onto Eel River Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Eel River Avenue

Continue on High Street

0.3 mi · 34 sec · High Street

Turn left onto SR 25

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North 6th Street

Turn right onto SR 25

23 mi · 33 min · Michigan Avenue

Turn right onto SR 14; SR 25

1.0 mi · 1 min · 602 East 9th Street

Continue on SR 14; SR 25

0.3 mi · 29 sec · East 9th Street

Turn left onto SR 25

24 mi · 36 min · SR 25

Turn right onto SR 25

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Winona Avenue

Turn left onto SR 15

15 mi · 22 min · South Detroit Street

Turn right onto US 6

4.9 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 6; SR 13

111 ft · 1 sec · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Continue on US 6; SR 13

2.8 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Turn left onto US 33; SR 13

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 33; SR 13

Turn right onto SR 13

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Road 13

Continue on CR 50

1.5 mi · 1 min · County Road 50

Continue on Lincolnway West

3.4 mi · 5 min · Lincolnway West

At end of road, turn left onto SR 5

141 ft · 6 sec · North Cavin Street

Turn right onto Pigeon Street

38 ft · 1 sec · Pigeon Street

Arrive at destination

Pigeon Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 54 minute duration, departing Lafayette in the morning allows ample time to reach Ligonier without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop and an estimated fuel cost of $19, this trip is budget-friendly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 55.7-mile stretch on SR 25, as services might be less frequent. This relatively short drive offers flexibility; you can leave a bit later if needed or plan for an early arrival to enjoy more time at your destination.

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 59.7 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 1h 24m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 26 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.7 miles or 1h 24m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ligonier, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN

This is one driving day of about 119.3 miles and 2h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Lafayette, 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 SR 25 for about 55.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Argos, IN

60 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

Delphi, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tippecanoe, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Lafayette, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

RedSeven Kitchen + Cocktail

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17657427337

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The Lobby by Greyhouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Indiana

0.8 mi

The Vegan Cheese Lady Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Indiana

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Grounded Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ligonier, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 119.3

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+12602210381

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Wanderlust Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Indiana

0.6 mi

Jump Start Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Indiana

0.8 mi

RedSeven Kitchen + Cocktail

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17657427337

Visit website

The Lobby by Greyhouse

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17657674590

Visit website

The Vegan Cheese Lady Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 12–8 pm

+17658068277

Visit website

Shellie's Cafe Dnv

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+17654712734

Visit website

Town & Gown Bistro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+17652503425

Visit website

8Eleven Modern Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17654965126

Visit website

Greyhouse Coffee & Supply Co. - West Lafayette

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17657435316

Visit website

Leaps Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+17654965123

Visit website

Grounded Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 119.3

Ligonier, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+12602210381

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

Visit website

Sacred Grounds

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17654298452

Visit website

Fuel West

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Cafe Literato

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

West Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17655883701

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 59.7

Rochester, Indiana

+18668167584

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 59.7

Rochester, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 59.7

Rochester, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 42.6

Logansport, Indiana

+15747538735

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 119.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Douglas Street

Turn right onto Douglas Street

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Grant Street

Turn left onto Grant Street

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Street

Turn left onto South Street

Navigation decision point

39.6 mi into trip | ~55m in | SR 25 / North 6th Street

Turn left onto SR 25 / North 6th Street

Navigation decision point

119.3 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | SR 5 / North Cavin Street

At end of road, turn left onto SR 5 / North Cavin Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.65 one way

$37.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$20.48	$40.96
premium	$4.89	$22.96	$45.92
diesel	$5.61	$26.34	$52.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.8	$12.53	$5.73
Efficient EV	29.8	$10.44	$4.77
EV Truck/SUV	47.7	$16.70	$7.64

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lafayette, IN

Late night in Lafayette on Sunday

Local time

3:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ligonier, IN

Late night in Ligonier on Sunday

Local time

3:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

22 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

2h 54m 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 drive on this route, with nearly half of the 119.3 miles featuring highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 55.7 miles on SR 25, offering a period of consistent progress. As you travel, the road character shifts between faster highway sections and potentially more localized driving as you approach and enter towns. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will experience a variety of driving conditions on your way to Ligonier.

48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on SR 25.

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 early in the drive near Douglas Street.

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 2h 54m drive. You will face about 21 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Grant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 119.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on SR 25. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ligonier, 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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Trip from Lafayette, IN to Ligonier, IN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

RedSeven Kitchen + Cocktail

Grounded Coffee House

RedSeven Kitchen + Cocktail

The Lobby by Greyhouse

The Vegan Cheese Lady Cafe

Shellie's Cafe Dnv

Town & Gown Bistro

8Eleven Modern Bistro

Greyhouse Coffee & Supply Co. - West Lafayette

Leaps Coffee Shop

Grounded Coffee House

Wanderlust Coffee Roasters

Jump Start Cafe

North End Cafe

The Eleventh House

Sacred Grounds

Fuel West

Cafe Literato

EV Connect Charging Station

Red E Charging Station

InCharge Energy Charging Station

McClure Oil - Charley Biggs' Chicken N' Sauce

Ruthless Bar & Patio

Geno's Polsinelli's

McAlister's Deli

Jimmy John's

Chevi's Bar & Grill

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lafayette, IN

Ligonier, IN

Same local time

22 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 54m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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