Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lafayette travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lafayette

With a population of 67,140, Lafayette is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lafayette has to offer.

Where to Eat in Lafayette

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Scala Italian Restaurant (312 Main St.) and Grindstone Charley's - Lafayette (3443 South Street) are great picks.

When to visit Lafayette

Lafayette in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lafayette in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lafayette in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lafayette, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Lafayette

Plane

When flying to Lafayette, you’ll arrive at Lafayette Purdue University (LAF), which is located 3 miles from the city center.

Train

The train station in Lafayette is called Lafayette, and is located 1.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lafayette is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Lafayette. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Lafayette, you’ll arrive at Lafayette Purdue University (LAF), which is located 3 miles from the city center.

Train

The train station in Lafayette is called Lafayette, and is located 1.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lafayette is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Lafayette. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Lafayette

FWAFort Wayne
INDIndianapolis
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Lafayette

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,734 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,140 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,172 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lafayette

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lafayette East By IHG and Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette / Purdue Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lafayette

Most booked hotels in Lafayette

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Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, IN
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 744 reviews)
$119+
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The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University, Autograph Collection
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 184 reviews)
$301+
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Hampton Inn & Suites West Lafayette
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 391 reviews)
$172+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette East
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 397 reviews)
$142+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton West Lafayette
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 37 reviews)
$135+
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Hilton Garden Inn West Lafayette Wabash Landing
3 stars
Good (7.9, 291 reviews)
$174+
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Renting a car in Lafayette

Renting a car in Lafayette costs $52 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Lafayette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Kia Niro or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lafayette, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lafayette costs $52 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Lafayette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Kia Niro or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lafayette, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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