Springfield, Illinois to Terre Haute: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.9 miles 194.5 km · straight line
151.1 miles estimated 243.1 km · driving distance
3h 2min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
100° E bearing direction

How far is Springfield, Illinois from Terre Haute?

The distance from Springfield, Illinois to Terre Haute is 120.9 miles (194.5 km) as the crow flies. Terre Haute is located E of Springfield, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.1 miles, taking about 3h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, Illinois to Terre Haute

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 2min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 38min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 53min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Springfield, Illinois & Terre Haute

Quick Facts

Springfield, Illinois
39.80°N, 89.64°W
America/Chicago
182m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 206 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients