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Trip from Albion, IN to Terre Haute, IN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 21m

Distance

205.4 mi

331 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 8m ★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Albion, IN

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city and county seat of Vigo County, Indiana, United States

Terre Haute, IN

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Trip Overview

Albion, IN to Terre Haute, IN is 205.4 miles and takes about 4h 21m via I 70, South Strawtown Pike, and SR 9, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward, single-day excursion that balances highway speeds with some surface road cruising. For a drive of this length, you can expect a manageable travel time, making it a good option for a quick trip or a segment of a larger journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

102.7 miles from Albion, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 73.8 mi 1h 22m
South Strawtown Pike 32.9 mi 38m
SR 9 30.9 mi 38m
South State Road 9 17.2 mi 25m
North Baseline Road 16.3 mi 24m
SR 37 12.9 mi 17m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
I 69 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 73.8 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Albion, IN and Terre Haute, IN.

1

Start on West 300 North

115 ft · 7 sec · West 300 North
2

Turn right onto SR 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Orange Street
3

Continue on SR 9

16 mi · 24 min · North Baseline Road
4

Continue on SR 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
5

Turn slight right onto SR 9; SR 205

0.2 mi · 20 sec · River Street
6

Continue on SR 9

17 mi · 25 min · South State Road 9
7

Take the ramp onto SR 9

31 mi · 38 min · SR 9
8

Turn slight right onto SR 37

33 mi · 38 min · South Strawtown Pike
9

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

105 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
10

Continue on SR 37

13 mi · 17 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 69

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 69
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 13 sec
13

Merge onto I 69

0.3 mi · 23 sec · I 69
14

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

2.5 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
17

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 70 West
18

Merge onto I 70

3.4 mi · 4 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

74 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport Use the slight right lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
21

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

2.4 mi · 5 min · South 3rd Street
22

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

Trip Plan

With a total drive time of just over 4 hours, this route is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. You'll encounter one recommended stop, but given the manageable duration, additional breaks are optional and can be taken as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition from I 70 to the surface roads; planning your last fuel stop before exiting the highway can be a smart move. The $32 fuel estimate provides a good baseline for budgeting.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.7 miles from Albion, IN, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 45 miles or 1h 5m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 102.7 miles or 2h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Albion, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Albion, IN

This is one driving day of about 205.4 miles and 4h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Albion, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 73.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

seat of Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Noblesville, IN

103 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Sweetser, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Noblesville, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 102.7 miles from Albion, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Golden’s Fish & Chicken LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.9 mi

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.8 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

New Era Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huntington, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 37min in 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+12605784062

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

2.3 mi

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

2.4 mi

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Golden’s Fish & Chicken LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–11 pm

+13174368186

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13175772689

Visit website

Honest Indianapolis Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178272137

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178494867

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18122328133

Visit website

New Era Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Huntington, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+12605784062

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Five Lakes Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Columbia City, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12602125009

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

The Junction Cafe and Home Decor

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Columbia City, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+12602249122

Visit website

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Columbia City, Indiana

+18888074522

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Charge Pro Charging Station

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

Columbia City, Indiana

+18888074522

Visit website

The Bouncin Barn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Closed

+18122995867

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Kermit's Food Shop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Andrews, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+12607863644

Chain O’ Lakes State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Albion, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+12606362654

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 99.5 and 202.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
99.5 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in | SR 37

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4
99.6 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in | SR 37

Right onto SR 37

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
122.6 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | North Keystone Avenue

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
128.9 mi into trip | ~2h 53m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis Internation...
6
202.8 mi into trip | ~4h 15m in

Take the exit toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.11 one way

$64.22 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $35.26 $70.52
premium $4.89 $39.53 $79.05
diesel $5.61 $45.35 $90.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.6 0 $21.57 $9.86
Efficient EV 51.4 0 $17.97 $8.22
EV Truck/SUV 82.2 1 $28.76 $13.15

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026

Origin

Albion, IN

Morning in Albion on Tuesday

Local time

11:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Mostly Clear

S 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:22PM EDT until April 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:22PM EDT until April 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Morning in Terre Haute on Tuesday

Local time

11:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Mostly Clear

SSE 2 to 6 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:22PM EDT until April 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:22PM EDT until April 23 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

7 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 21m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route covers 205.4 miles, with 59% of it on highways. You'll experience a mixed highway and surface road profile for approximately 4 hours and 21 minutes. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 73.8 miles on I 70. Expect to transition from faster highway driving to navigating surface roads, which will likely involve more intersections and potentially lower average speeds.

59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.8 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 99.5 miles in near SR 37.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 99.5 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 99.6 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.6 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Albion, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.

Indianapolis International Airport

128.9 mi in | ~2h 53m | via I 70

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 21m. Total distance: 205.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.8 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Terre Haute, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 99.5 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 99.6 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.6 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Terre Haute, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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