Columbus, Ohio to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.1 miles 381.6 km · straight line
253.1 miles actual route 407.4 km · driving distance
4h 52min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Terre Haute?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Terre Haute is 237.1 miles (381.6 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 253.1 miles, taking about 4h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio and Terre Haute. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Columbus, Ohio to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 52min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 50min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 37min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM