This 183.6-mile journey from Kingsford Heights to Terre Haute, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes to complete. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with no highway driving involved, suggesting a more intimate experience with the landscape. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, this trip is an economical option for a quick getaway. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, so staying alert is key. Since it's a manageable distance, you can easily complete it within a day, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times within the Midwest region.
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
93.2 miles from Kingsford Heights, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 63
63.4 mi
1h 20m
US 41
48.9 mi
1h 3m
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
18.8 mi
20m
US 6
12.6 mi
17m
South State Road 2
12.5 mi
18m
State Road 14
9.2 mi
12m
East State Road 2
4.7 mi
7m
East 181st Avenue
4.3 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsford Heights, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on Meadowbrook Boulevard
0.6 mi·2 min·Meadowbrook Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 35
13 mi·17 min·US 6; US 35
3
Continue on West 600 South
2.5 mi·3 min·West 600 South
4
Turn left onto North Old State Road 2
1.1 mi·2 min·North Old State Road 2
5
At end of road, turn left onto SR 2
4.7 mi·7 min·East State Road 2
6
Turn left onto SR 2
0.7 mi·1 min·SR 2
Toward SR 49 South: Kouts
7
Take the exit onto SR 2
0.4 mi·57 sec·SR 2
Toward US 30 West, SR 2 West: Valparaiso
8
Merge onto US 30; SR 2
1.8 mi·3 min·East Morthland Drive
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 2
0.9 mi·1 min·SR 2
10
Enter roundabout onto SR 2
111 ft·2 sec·South State Road 2
11
Continue on SR 2
3.3 mi·5 min·South State Road 2
12
Enter roundabout onto SR 2
145 ft·3 sec·South State Road 2
13
Continue on SR 2
9.1 mi·13 min·South State Road 2
14
Continue on US 231; SR 2
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Casey Street
15
Continue on US 231; SR 2
2.0 mi·3 min·South Main Street
16
Continue on SR 2
1.0 mi·1 min·State Road 2
17
Continue on SR 2
4.3 mi·6 min·East 181st Avenue
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
19
Merge onto I 65
19 mi·20 min·Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·46 sec
Exit 220Toward SR 14: WinamacUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto SR 14
9.2 mi·12 min·State Road 14
22
Turn left onto US 41
26 mi·32 min·US 41
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
22 mi·26 min·US 41
24
Continue on SR 63
63 mi·1 hr 20 min·SR 63
25
Continue on US 41
1.9 mi·4 min·US 41
26
Continue on US 41; US 150
132 ft·11 sec·North 3rd Street
27
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Given that this 183.6-mile drive can be completed in about 3 hours and 21 minutes, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You'll want to plan for at least one stop to break up the 183.6 miles, especially since the route is described as 'turn-heavy.' Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to navigate the local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as 0% highway driving means you'll be passing through smaller towns where gas stations might be less frequent than on major interstates. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so budget accordingly.
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 93.2 miles from Kingsford Heights, IN, or about 2h 8m 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 41 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.2 miles or 2h 8m 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 24m
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 Kingsford Heights, 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 Kingsford Heights, IN
This is one driving day of about 186.5 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Kingsford Heights, 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 SR 63 for about 63.4 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 64.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|US 6; US 35
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 35
Navigation decision point
5
21.5 mi into trip|~33m in|SR 2
Turn left onto SR 2 toward SR 49 South: Kouts
Navigation decision point
Toward SR 49 South: Kouts
5
22.2 mi into trip|~34m in|SR 2
Take the exit onto SR 2 toward US 30 West, SR 2 West: Valparaiso
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 30 West, SR 2 West: Valparaiso
5
22.6 mi into trip|~35m in|US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive
Merge onto US 30; SR 2 / East Morthland Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
64.5 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward SR 14: Winamac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 220
Toward SR 14: Winamac
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.16 one way
$58.31 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.01
$64.03
premium
$4.89
$35.89
$71.78
diesel
$5.61
$41.18
$82.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.9
0
$19.58
$8.95
Efficient EV
46.6
0
$16.32
$7.46
EV Truck/SUV
74.6
0
$26.11
$11.94
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Kingsford Heights, IN
Morning
in Kingsford Heights on Sunday
Local time
8:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
9:25 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
9 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 8m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Indiana Dunes National Park
National Park
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
$20
near mile 19.3
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 183.6-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on county roads and state routes like West 600 South, North Old State Road 2, and East State Road 2 for the full 3 hours and 21 minutes. Without any significant stretches of high-speed highway, your pace will be dictated by local speed limits and the winding nature of the roads. This driving profile suggests a more engaging, potentially slower-paced experience where you'll be actively steering and navigating through communities rather than cruising on an interstate.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 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?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and US 41. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 6; US 35.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 8m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 6; US 35): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (SR 2): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles (SR 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 186.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 63.4 miles on SR 63. 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.
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 0.6 miles (US 6; US 35): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (SR 2): Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles (SR 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Terre Haute, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
