If you are planning a trip from Greenwood to North Terre Haute, expect a straightforward journey covering 84.4 miles across the Indiana Midwest. You should budget about 1 hour and 44 minutes of drive time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your travel expenses will be quite manageable, with an estimated fuel cost of approximately $13. The route relies on a combination of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 31, and I-74 to bridge the gap between these two communities. Because the trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your needs best.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.2 miles from Greenwood, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
58.3 mi
1h 2m
US 31
6.2 mi
9m
I 74
4.3 mi
4m
US 40
3.2 mi
4m
North Fruitridge Avenue
2.6 mi
4m
I 69
2.3 mi
2m
Wabash Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
Blakely Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 58.3 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and North Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on Main Street West
0.5 mi·53 sec·Main Street West
2
Turn right onto US 31
6.1 mi·9 min·US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Take the ramp onto US 31
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 WestUse the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
4.3 mi·4 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 9Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, IndianapolisUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi·5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 70
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 11A-BToward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·38 sec
Exit 11BToward US 40 East, SR 46 West
13
Turn straight onto US 40; SR 46
3.2 mi·4 min·US 40; SR 46
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on North 55th Street
56 ft·3 sec·North 55th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Wabash Avenue
1.4 mi·2 min·Wabash Avenue
16
Turn right onto Blakely Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Blakely Avenue
17
Continue on North Fruitridge Avenue
2.6 mi·4 min·North Fruitridge Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto Fruitridge Avenue
104 ft·6 sec·Fruitridge Avenue
19
Continue on Fruitridge Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Fruitridge Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Fruitridge Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick trip, you can easily complete the drive in one go without the need for scheduled stops. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain your 1 hour and 44 minute travel time, especially as you navigate the turn-heavy sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave; while the $13 cost is minimal, local roads can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent interstate driving. Because there are no designated stops required for a trip of this length, you have the freedom to drive straight through or pull over whenever the mood strikes you. Use the 58.3-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway as your primary window to make steady time before transitioning into the more localized portions of your trip.
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 42.2 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.3 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 19 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.2 miles or 52m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwood, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenwood, IN
This is one driving day of about 84.4 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Greenwood, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 58.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 75.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
6.7 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West
8
13.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
8
13.9 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
16.7 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
7
75.6 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11B
Toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.19 one way
$26.39 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.49
$28.98
premium
$4.89
$16.24
$32.48
diesel
$5.61
$18.63
$37.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.86
$4.05
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.39
$3.38
EV Truck/SUV
33.8
0
$11.82
$5.40
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 18, 2026
Origin
Greenwood, IN
Morning
in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 13 mph73% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
North Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in North Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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 44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mix of road types on this 84.4-mile trek, which is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate cruise. Only 19% of your journey will be spent on the highway, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads that demand more attention than a typical freeway slog. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which accounts for 58.3 miles of the total distance. As you transition between these different road classifications, be prepared for the pace to shift from faster highway segments to more technical, winding local stretches.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.3 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
856 ft495 ft
Total Climb
238 ft
Total Descent
547 ft
Highest Point
856 ft
~48.3 mi in
Elevation Range
361 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenwood, IN and North Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
Indianapolis International Airport
13.6 mi in|~19m
Indianapolis
13.6 mi in|~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 84.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 North Terre Haute, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Terre Haute, IN before heading back.
