Lafayette to Nineveh is 96.6 miles and takes about 2 hours 6 minutes via I 65, I 465, and I 69, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a direct drive primarily on interstates, making it a straightforward journey. With a duration under two and a half hours and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick hop between locations when you need to get there efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.3 miles from Lafayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
48.3 mi
52m
I 465
13.7 mi
15m
I 69
8.8 mi
10m
State Road 135
7.4 mi
11m
Johnson County Route 144
5 mi
8m
SR 252
3.9 mi
6m
South Nineveh Road
3.3 mi
8m
South Street
2.8 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 48.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, IN and Nineveh, IN.
1
Start on this road
184 ft·15 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Douglas Street
165 ft·8 sec·Douglas Street
3
Turn left onto Grant Street
34 ft·3 sec·Grant Street
4
Turn right onto South Street
2.8 mi·5 min·South Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·24 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
6
Merge onto I 65
42 mi·45 min·I 65
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
5.9 mi·6 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 123Toward I 465 South
9
Continue on this road
0.6 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 123Toward I 465 South
10
Merge onto I 465
14 mi·15 min·I 465
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 69
8.8 mi·10 min·I 69
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·53 sec
Exit 153Toward SR 144: Mooresville, BargersvilleUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto SR 144
9 ft·0 sec·SR 144
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn slight left
103 ft·7 sec
16
Turn left onto SR 144
0.1 mi·21 sec·SR 144
17
Turn straight onto CR 144
2.7 mi·4 min·Johnson County Route 144
18
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
117 ft·1 sec·Johnson County Route 144
19
Continue on CR 144
0.4 mi·38 sec·Johnson County Route 144
20
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
101 ft·1 sec·Johnson County Route 144
21
Continue on CR 144
1.9 mi·2 min·Johnson County Route 144
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on CR 144
0.8 mi·1 min·West Old Plank Road
23
Turn right onto SR 135
7.4 mi·11 min·State Road 135
24
Turn left onto SR 252
3.9 mi·6 min·SR 252
25
Turn right onto South Nineveh Road
3.3 mi·8 min·South Nineveh Road
26
Turn left onto Hospital Road
112 ft·3 sec·Hospital Road
27
Arrive at destination
Hospital Road
Trip Plan
Given this route takes just over 2 hours, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to arrive with ample daylight. With only a 96.6-mile distance, you likely won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially with a $15 estimated cost. A good tip for this drive is to be aware of potential traffic around Indianapolis, as you'll be utilizing I 465.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.3 miles from Lafayette, IN, or about 55m 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nineveh, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN
This is one driving day of about 96.6 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Lafayette, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 48.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 75.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Douglas Street
Turn right onto Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South Street
Turn right onto South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
45.6 mi into trip|~52m in|I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.1 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
8
75.7 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward SR 144: Mooresville, Bargersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 153
Toward SR 144: Mooresville, Bargersville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.10 one way
$30.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.58
$33.16
premium
$4.89
$18.59
$37.18
diesel
$5.61
$21.33
$42.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29
0
$10.14
$4.64
Efficient EV
24.2
0
$8.45
$3.86
EV Truck/SUV
38.6
0
$13.52
$6.18
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lafayette, IN
Late night
in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Nineveh, IN
Late night
in Nineveh on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
18 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 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 65, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 48.3 miles. The profile suggests a consistent pace, allowing for smooth travel without many distractions. Expect to transition onto I 465 and then I 69, maintaining highway speeds for most of the 96.6 miles.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.3 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 465. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 96.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Lafayette, IN to Nineveh, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Bargersville along the way.
Bargersville
75.7 mi in|~1h 29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 96.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.3 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Nineveh, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nineveh, IN before heading back.
