Mount Vernon, Illinois to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

112.8 miles 181.5 km · straight line
141 miles estimated 226.9 km · driving distance
2h 50min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Illinois from Terre Haute?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Illinois to Terre Haute is 112.8 miles (181.5 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located NE of Mount Vernon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141 miles, taking about 2h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Mount Vernon, Illinois in Illinois 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 50min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 24min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Illinois & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Illinois
38.32°N, 88.90°W
America/Chicago
156m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 220.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients