Paducah to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.8 miles 284.5 km · straight line
221 miles estimated 355.6 km · driving distance
4h 27min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Paducah from Terre Haute?

The distance from Paducah to Terre Haute is 176.8 miles (284.5 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located NNE of Paducah. By car, the driving distance is approximately 221 miles, taking about 4h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Paducah in Kentucky 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 Paducah 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 Paducah to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 27min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 20min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 14min $27–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Paducah & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Paducah
37.08°N, 88.60°W
America/Chicago
104m 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 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 140.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients