Morristown, IN to Terre Haute, IN is 103 miles and takes about 2 hours via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and I-69, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Indiana, connecting two Midwest locales. Given the relatively short duration and modest mileage, it's a straightforward trip suitable for a single day. You'll primarily navigate surface roads, making it a less highway-intensive experience. Plan for a relaxed pace as you make your way across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.4 miles from Morristown, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
63.1 mi
1h 8m
East Main Street
14.6 mi
21m
I 69
10.2 mi
11m
I 74
4.3 mi
4m
West Main Street
4.2 mi
6m
South 3rd Street
2.4 mi
5m
North 3rd Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morristown, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on US 52
4.2 mi·6 min·West Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 52
156 ft·2 sec·East Main Street
3
Continue on US 52
15 mi·21 min·East Main Street
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 465 SouthUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
1.5 mi·1 min·I 69; I 465
6
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
8.7 mi·10 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 9Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, IndianapolisUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi·5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 70
63 mi·1 hr 8 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 7Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
13
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi·5 min·South 3rd Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour drive, departing any time in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample daylight to reach Terre Haute. With only 103 miles and no planned stops, you have flexibility; however, consider a brief pause if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition off the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, as services might be more spread out on the surface roads. The $16 fuel estimate suggests it's an economical trip, so you likely won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops.
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 51.4 miles from Morristown, IN, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 23 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 43m
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 Morristown, 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 Morristown, IN
This is one driving day of about 102.8 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Morristown, 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 63.1 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.8 and 36.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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18.8 mi into trip|~28m in
Turn left toward I 465 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 South
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29.3 mi into trip|~40m in|I 74; I 465
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.6 mi into trip|~45m 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
33.9 mi into trip|~46m 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
36.7 mi into trip|~51m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.07 one way
$32.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.65
$35.29
premium
$4.89
$19.78
$39.57
diesel
$5.61
$22.70
$45.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.8
0
$10.79
$4.93
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$9.00
$4.11
EV Truck/SUV
41.1
0
$14.39
$6.58
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 19, 2026
Origin
Morristown, IN
Late night
in Morristown on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Partly Cloudy then Areas Of Frost
W 7 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Late night
in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Frost
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 5m 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?
This drive is mostly surface roads, with only about 14% on highways. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 63.1 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway before transitioning to other roads. Expect a pattern of frequent intersections and local traffic as you leave the highway segments and enter more populated areas. The majority of your time will be spent on surface streets rather than high-speed interstate cruising.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.1 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 18.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 102.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Morristown, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
Indianapolis International Airport
33.6 mi in|~45m
Indianapolis
33.6 mi in|~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 102.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.1 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Terre Haute, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Terre Haute, IN before heading back.
