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Trip from Kentland, 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

2h 4m

Distance

95.6 mi

154 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 55m ★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m

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

Downtown Kentland, IN, IN

Kentland, IN

Mike Bird

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

Terre Haute, IN

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Trip Overview

Kentland, IN to Terre Haute, IN is 95.6 miles and takes about 2h 4m via SR 63 and US 41, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Indiana, moving you from the Midwest's agricultural heartland to another part of the same region. Expect a highway-focused experience that’s uncomplicated and efficient. It’s a quick trip, perfect for a single-day journey with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

47.8 miles from Kentland, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 63 63.4 mi 1h 20m
US 41 31.7 mi 41m
US 24 0.4 mi <1m
North 3rd Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: SR 63 — 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North 3rd Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · North 3rd Street
2

Turn left onto US 24; US 52

0.4 mi · 51 sec · US 24; US 52
3

Turn right onto US 41; US 52

8.2 mi · 10 min · US 41; US 52
4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 41

22 mi · 26 min · US 41
5

Continue on SR 63

63 mi · 1 hr 20 min · SR 63
6

Continue on US 41

1.9 mi · 4 min · US 41
7

Continue on US 41; US 150

132 ft · 11 sec · North 3rd Street
8

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight, though the route is straightforward enough for an afternoon arrival. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it’s wise to fill up before you leave Kentland, as there are no designated stops on this particular route and the longest stretch without a break is over 60 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Terre Haute.

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 47.8 miles from Kentland, IN, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 21 miles or 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 47.8 miles or 1h 1m 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 40m

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 Kentland, 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 Kentland, IN

This is one driving day of about 95.6 miles and 2h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Kentland, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 63 for about 63.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Indiana, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cayuga, IN

48 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

Oxford, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Eugene, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.8 miles from Kentland, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before SR 63 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 8.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 24; US 52

Turn left onto US 24; US 52

Navigation decision point

4
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 41; US 52

Turn right onto US 41; US 52

Navigation decision point

4
8.8 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto US 41

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.95 one way

$29.89 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.41 $32.82
premium $4.89 $18.40 $36.79
diesel $5.61 $21.11 $42.21

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.7 0 $10.04 $4.59
Efficient EV 23.9 0 $8.36 $3.82
EV Truck/SUV 38.2 0 $13.38 $6.12

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 20, 2026

Origin

Kentland, IN

Late night in Kentland on Tuesday

Local time

4:43 AM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Late night in Terre Haute on Tuesday

Local time

5:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

21 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

2h 4m 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?

This is a 100% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll be on well-maintained roads for the entire 95.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 63.4 miles, primarily on SR 63. You can anticipate a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type or speed. The route utilizes major highways like SR 63, US 41, and US 24, making for a predictable and generally smooth journey.

100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.4 mi on SR 63.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and US 41. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 24; US 52.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Kentland, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 2h 4m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 24; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 41; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 95.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 63.4 miles on SR 63. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 24; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 41; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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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