Embarking on a journey from North Webster, Indiana, to Terre Haute, Indiana, covers approximately 208 miles and takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes of driving time. This route is well-suited as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. With a projected fuel cost of around $32, it's an economical choice for exploring the Midwest. The drive primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more intimate travel experience rather than high-speed highway cruising. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the journey and stretch your legs.
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
101.2 miles from North Webster, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
73.8 mi
1h 22m
South Strawtown Pike
32.9 mi
38m
US 24
26.8 mi
31m
SR 5
21.3 mi
37m
SR 37
12.9 mi
17m
North Main Street
8.8 mi
13m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
US 30
3.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 22m
Traffic on I-70
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 66 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,354 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,954
Quietest
2 AM
~397 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Webster, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on East Washington Street
41 ft·9 sec·East Washington Street
2
Turn left onto SR 13
8.8 mi·13 min·North Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
3.5 mi·4 min·US 30
4
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi·1 min·North Binkley Road
5
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Old Trail Road
6
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi·11 min·SR 5
7
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
15 mi·25 min·SR 5; SR 14
8
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
27 mi·31 min·US 24; SR 9
9
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi·4 min·South Western Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi·38 min·South Strawtown Pike
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
12
Continue on SR 37
13 mi·17 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi·3 min·I 69
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·13 sec
15
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi·23 sec·I 69
16
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi·9 min·Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi·22 sec·East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
18
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi·5 min·North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·35 sec
Toward I 70 West
20
Merge onto I 70
3.4 mi·4 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
74 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight right lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 7Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
23
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi·5 min·South 3rd Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 38 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time at your destination or to allow for a leisurely pace. With only one recommended stop and no long stretches of uninterrupted driving, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to pause. Since the route involves local roads, be mindful of varying speed limits and potential traffic within towns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as the highway share is zero, meaning you'll be reliant on local stations.
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 101.2 miles from North Webster, IN, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 45 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.2 miles or 2h 17m 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 39m
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 North Webster, 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 North Webster, IN
This is one driving day of about 202.5 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from North Webster, 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 I 70 for about 73.8 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 199.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 13 / North Main Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.7 mi into trip|~18m in|West Old Trail Road
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
Navigation decision point
5
119.7 mi into trip|~2h 42m in|North Keystone Avenue
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
126 mi into trip|~2h 54m in|I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis Internation...
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199.8 mi into trip|~4h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.90 one way
$59.81 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$33.01
$66.03
premium
$4.72
$37.60
$75.20
diesel
$4.80
$38.24
$76.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.8
0
$21.26
$9.72
Efficient EV
50.6
0
$17.72
$8.10
EV Truck/SUV
81
1
$28.35
$12.96
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
North Webster, IN
Morning
in North Webster on Sunday
Local time
7:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:29PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:16PM CDT until July 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
7:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
NNW 3 mph60% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:29PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:16PM CDT until July 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
84°F
Cicero, IN
101 mi in
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
7 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 22m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a highway share of 0%. Expect to navigate a series of local roads, including North Main Street, North Binkley Road, and West Old Trail Road, rather than major interstates. This means you'll likely experience more frequent turns and potentially encounter varied speed limits as you pass through smaller communities. The absence of significant highway stretches suggests a more immersive experience of the Indiana landscape, offering a different pace than a typical interstate journey.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.8 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and South Strawtown Pike. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 13 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 202.5 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (SR 13 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (West Old Trail Road): Navigation decision point; at 119.7 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
905 ft501 ft
Total Climb
208 ft
Total Descent
586 ft
Highest Point
905 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
404 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Webster, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Terre Haute is a city of 61,000 people (2019) in west-central Indiana, about 180 mi (300 km) south of Chicago and 1 hour southwest of Indianapolis. Terre Haute is one of the largest cities in the Wabash Valley and is known as the "Queen City of the Wabash". The city is home to several higher education institutions, including Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.
Top landmarks
•Vigo County Courthouse — historical courthouse in Terre Haute, Indiana, United States
•Citizens' Trust Company Building — historic building in Terre Haute, Indiana, USA
•Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church — church building in Terre Haute, United States of America
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 202.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.8 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 13 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (West Old Trail Road): Navigation decision point; at 119.7 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Terre Haute, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
