Origin
Lewis, IN
Morning in Lewis on Sunday
Local time
10:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewis, 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
36m
Distance
21.3 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewis, IN
Jonathan Borba
Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Lewis to Terre Haute, you are looking at a straightforward 21.3-mile journey through the Indiana countryside. This drive typically takes about 29 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via East Union Drive and State Road 246 rather than sticking to major interstates. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly cost-effective route for locals or travelers moving within the Midwest. Because the duration is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex trip splitting. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 13.7 mi | 22m |
| State Road 246 | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| SR 159 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Union Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 104th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 3rd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 13.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewis, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on 104th Street
18 ft
·
2 sec
·
104th Street
2
Turn right onto East Union Drive
478 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Union Drive
3
Turn right onto SR 159; SR 246
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
SR 159; SR 246
4
Turn left onto SR 246
7.3 mi
·
12 min
·
State Road 246
5
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
14 mi
·
22 min
·
US 41; US 150
Use the straight lane.
6
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.5 — 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
|
East Union Drive
Turn right onto East Union Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 159; SR 246
Turn right onto SR 159; SR 246
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 246 / State Road 246
Turn left onto SR 246 / State Road 246
Navigation decision point
6
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 41; US 150
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.33 one way
$6.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.66 | $7.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.10 | $8.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.70 | $9.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
10:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
WSW 12 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT until April 21 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT until April 23 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
11 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
36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating local roads that demand your full attention, providing a more hands-on driving experience than a standard highway cruise. Since the entire trip covers just 21.3 miles, you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of road; instead, the character of the drive remains consistent and localized throughout the 29-minute duration. The winding nature of State Road 246 means you should be prepared for frequent turns as you transition between these two Indiana towns. It is a simple, grounded drive that keeps you close to the landscape.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.7 mi on US 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and State Road 246. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Union Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lewis, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 36m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Union Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 159; SR 246): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 246 / State Road 246): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
614 ft
487 ft
Total Climb
106 ft
Total Descent
218 ft
Highest Point
614 ft
~1.5 mi in
Elevation Range
127 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 21.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.7 miles on US 41. 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 (East Union Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 159; SR 246): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 246 / State Road 246): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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