Origin
West Lafayette, IN
Late night in West Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Lafayette, IN to Speedway, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.2 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 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
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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Speedway, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from West Lafayette to Speedway, you are looking at a straightforward 59.2-mile trek through the heart of Indiana. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 13 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-65 and I-465, with a brief transition onto South Street to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably in a standard vehicle. Since both locations are firmly within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout. It is a practical, efficient route for those needing to move between these two Indiana hubs without unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 48.3 mi | 52m |
| I 465 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| South Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Union Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Old US Highway 231 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Earl Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Crawfordsville Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Wiggins Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 48.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Lafayette, IN and Speedway, IN.
1
Start on Northwestern Avenue
42 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
2
Turn right onto Vine Street
275 ft
·
16 sec
·
Vine Street
3
Turn right onto Wiggins Street
0.3 mi
·
47 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
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
9
Merge onto I 65
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 65
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
13
Merge onto I 465
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 465
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 16A-B
Toward US 136 West, I 74 West: Crawfordsville Road, Peoria
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto US 136
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Crawfordsville Road
17
Turn left onto North High School Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North High School Road
18
Turn right onto West 25th Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
West 25th Street
19
Turn sharp left
262 ft
·
21 sec
20
Turn right
75 ft
·
5 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 59.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wiggins Street
Turn right onto Wiggins Street
Navigation decision point
6
47.9 mi into trip
|
~57m 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.
8
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 136 West, I 74 West: Crawfordsville Road, Peoria
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 16A-B
Toward US 136 West, I 74 West: Crawfordsville R...
7
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road
6
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.26 one way
$18.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.16 | $20.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
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 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
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
Speedway, IN
Late night in Speedway on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Lebanon, IN
30 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
14 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 13m 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 journey is defined by a heavy focus on highway travel, with 88% of your time spent on major interstates. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 48.3 miles on I-65. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the experience is consistent and fast-paced rather than winding or technical. You can expect a monotonous but reliable interstate grind that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal distractions. It is the type of route where you can easily maintain a steady cruising speed until you navigate the transitions onto the local roads near Speedway.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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 around 0.1 miles in near Wiggins Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 0.1 miles (Wiggins Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 59.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). 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 Speedway, 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: at 0.1 miles (Wiggins Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Speedway, 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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