Rockford to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

212.7 miles 342.3 km · straight line
265.9 miles estimated 427.9 km · driving distance
5h 21min estimated drive time
$26 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Rockford from Terre Haute?

The distance from Rockford to Terre Haute is 212.7 miles (342.3 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located SSE of Rockford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.9 miles, taking about 5h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Rockford 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rockford 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 Rockford to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 21min $26 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 25min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 5min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rockford & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Rockford
42.27°N, 89.09°W
America/Chicago
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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients