Indianapolis to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70 miles 112.7 km · straight line
77.6 miles actual route 124.9 km · driving distance
1h 33min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Terre Haute?

The distance from Indianapolis to Terre Haute is 70 miles (112.7 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located WSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.6 miles, taking about 1h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 33min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 52min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 355.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM