Richmond, Kentucky to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

206 miles 331.6 km · straight line
257.6 miles estimated 414.5 km · driving distance
5h 11min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Richmond, Kentucky from Terre Haute?

The distance from Richmond, Kentucky to Terre Haute is 206 miles (331.6 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located NW of Richmond, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 257.6 miles, taking about 5h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Kentucky 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. 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 Richmond, Kentucky 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 Richmond, Kentucky to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 11min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 13min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Richmond, Kentucky & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Richmond, Kentucky
37.75°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
289m 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 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 120.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients