Cape Girardeau to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.8 miles 302.3 km · straight line
234.8 miles estimated 377.9 km · driving distance
4h 43min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Cape Girardeau from Terre Haute?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Terre Haute is 187.8 miles (302.3 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located NE of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.8 miles, taking about 4h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri and Terre Haute in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Girardeau and Terre Haute. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cape Girardeau to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 43min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 40min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 29min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Girardeau & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Cape Girardeau
37.31°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
108m elevation
Terre Haute
39.47°N, 87.41°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
152m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients