Lawrence travel guide

Lawrence Tourism | Lawrence Guide

You're Going to Love Lawrence

With a population of 46,001, Lawrence is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lawrence deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Lawrence

Lawrence in December
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lawrence in December
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lawrence

Plane

Although Lawrence doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Indianapolis Airport (IND), which is located 17 miles from Lawrence. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lawrence departs from New York and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lawrence. The train journey from Lawrence to Alexandria takes 17h 56m and costs around $118 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $188 for a 22h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lawrence is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 164 miles from Lawrence. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lawrence, including Tornado Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Louisville, the bus ride to Lawrence takes 120 miles and will cost you around $42. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $250 for a journey of 170 miles.

Plane

Although Lawrence doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Indianapolis Airport (IND), which is located 17 miles from Lawrence. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lawrence departs from New York and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lawrence. The train journey from Lawrence to Alexandria takes 17h 56m and costs around $118 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $188 for a 22h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lawrence is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 164 miles from Lawrence. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lawrence, including Tornado Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Louisville, the bus ride to Lawrence takes 120 miles and will cost you around $42. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $250 for a journey of 170 miles.

Airlines serving Lawrence

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,941 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,551 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,355 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lawrence

Most booked hotels in Lawrence

Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1200 reviews)
$152+
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis West-Speedway
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 193 reviews)
$168+
JW Marriott Indianapolis
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 930 reviews)
$197+
Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 249 reviews)
$156+
Speedway Legacy Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 67 reviews)
$117+
Quality Suites
2 stars
Good (6.2, 271 reviews)
$80+

Renting a car in Lawrence

Renting a car in Lawrence costs $38 per day, on average, or $76 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 84% cheaper than airport locations in Lawrence.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lawrence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Lawrence is Standard (Toyota Prius or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lawrence costs $38 per day, on average, or $76 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 84% cheaper than airport locations in Lawrence.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lawrence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Lawrence is Standard (Toyota Prius or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.