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Trip from Bloomington, IN to Terre Haute, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

61.4 mi

99 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 24m ★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m

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

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county seat of Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Bloomington, IN

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

Terre Haute, IN

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Trip Overview

Connecting Bloomington to Terre Haute, this 61.4-mile journey takes you across the heart of the Midwest in about 1 hour and 31 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs between these two Indiana cities. You will primarily navigate via West State Road 46 and State Road 46, with a brief connection via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Overall, this drive offers a straightforward, efficient path that avoids the complexity of long-haul travel, making it a practical choice for a quick regional transit.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

30.7 miles from Bloomington, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West State Road 46 20.4 mi 29m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 15.2 mi 16m
State Road 46 7.8 mi 11m
West State Road 45 46 Bypass 5.7 mi 10m
SR 59 5.1 mi 7m
South 3rd Street 2.4 mi 5m
North Walnut Street 1.2 mi 1m
East Morgan Street 1.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: West State Road 46 — 20.4 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

99 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · South Indiana Avenue
3

Turn left onto East 7th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 7th Street
4

Turn right onto North Walnut Street

1.2 mi · 1 min · North Walnut Street
5

Turn left onto SR 45; SR 46

159 ft · 8 sec · West State Roade 45 46 Bypass
6

Continue on SR 45; SR 46

5.7 mi · 10 min · West State Road 45 46 Bypass
7

Turn slight right onto SR 46

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
8

Merge onto SR 46

0.1 mi · 14 sec · West Temperance Street
9

Continue on SR 46

7.8 mi · 11 min · State Road 46
10

Continue on SR 46

1.2 mi · 3 min · East Morgan Street
11

Turn right onto SR 46

20 mi · 29 min · West State Road 46
12

Turn right onto SR 59

5.1 mi · 7 min · SR 59
13

Turn left

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Use the left lane.
14

Merge onto I 70

15 mi · 16 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
16

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

2.4 mi · 5 min · South 3rd Street
17

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1-hour and 31-minute trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it best fits your schedule without needing to plan for lengthy rest stops. You don't need to worry about mid-trip refueling, as your $9 budget covers the entire distance easily. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid traveling during peak congestion hours to ensure you can maintain a steady pace on the local roads. One specific tip for this drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation during the transitions between State Road 46 and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, as the road character shifts significantly at these junctions. Enjoy the simplicity of this short trek and use the time saved by not needing overnight stops to maximize your arrival time.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 30.7 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.4 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 14 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 30.7 miles or 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 18m

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 Bloomington, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bloomington, IN

This is one driving day of about 61.4 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Bloomington, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on West State Road 46 for about 20.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Washington Township, Owen County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Spencer, IN

31 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

Ellettsville, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Stockton, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Chambers Restaurant (Chambers Smorgasbord)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Spencer, Indiana

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.5

Hours: 6 am–2:30 pm

+18128293022

Visit website

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

0.4 mi

El Ranchero

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Spencer, Indiana

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 57

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Chambers Restaurant (Chambers Smorgasbord)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.5

Spencer, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2:30 pm

+18128293022

Visit website

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.4

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

El Ranchero

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.5

Spencer, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18128292106

Visit website

Family Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.9

Brazil, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18124430323

Visit website

Village Inn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 4.4

Bloomington, IN

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18128762121

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 61.4

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18122328133

Visit website

Bev's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 57

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18122325131

Visit website

Mulligan's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.2

Gosport, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18129359200

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 57

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.4

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 61.4

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 52.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 4.4

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 52.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 57

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 4.4

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 4.4

Bloomington, Indiana

+18665212658

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Bouncin Barn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 61.4

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Closed

+18122995867

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Indiana Avenue

Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | North Walnut Street

Turn right onto North Walnut Street

Navigation decision point

4
38.2 mi into trip | ~1h in | SR 59

Turn right onto SR 59

Navigation decision point

6
43.3 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
58.8 mi into trip | ~1h 25m 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

$9.60 one way

$19.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $10.54 $21.08
premium $4.89 $11.82 $23.63
diesel $5.61 $13.56 $27.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18.4 0 $6.45 $2.95
Efficient EV 15.4 0 $5.37 $2.46
EV Truck/SUV 24.6 0 $8.60 $3.93

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 15, 2026

Origin

Bloomington, IN

Morning in Bloomington on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Morning in Terre Haute on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Spencer, IN

31 mi in

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

3 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

1h 31m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 8% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend the vast majority of your time on state roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 20.4-mile segment on West State Road 46, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the road relies heavily on local infrastructure, the drive feels more personal and connected to the landscape than a typical high-speed transit. Prepare for a mix of road types that keep the pace engaging as you navigate from Bloomington to Terre Haute.

Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.4 mi on West State Road 46.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Indiana Avenue.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 31m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.2 miles (SR 59): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting in Bloomington, IN

Full guide →

Bloomington is a city of 86,000 people (2019) in Southern Indiana. Bloomington is home to the flagship campus of Indiana University (IU) and therefore also the IU Hoosiers sports teams. As it is the largest city in the region, it serves as the de facto employment, service, and shopping center for several adjacent counties.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 61.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (8%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 20.4 miles on West State Road 46. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.2 miles (SR 59): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Terre Haute, IN before heading back.

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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