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Trip from Sweetser, 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

3h 2m

Distance

147.1 mi

237 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 51m ★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 56m

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

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Downtown Sweetser, IN, IN

Sweetser, IN

Homegrounds.co

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

Terre Haute, IN

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Trip Overview

This 147.1-mile journey from Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN takes approximately 3 hours and 2 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, easily manageable within a few hours. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with about 61% of the drive on major roads like I-70. You can expect to spend around $23 on fuel for this drive. Given the relatively short duration and distance, it's ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without needing an overnight stay. Both Sweetser and Terre Haute are located in the Midwest region of Indiana, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 73.8 mi 1h 22m
South Strawtown Pike 32.9 mi 38m
SR 37 12.9 mi 17m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
I 69 3.4 mi 4m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 3.4 mi 4m
West Delphi Pike 3.1 mi 4m
North Keystone Avenue 2.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 73.8 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Main Street

57 ft · 5 sec · North Main Street
2

Turn left onto SR 18

3.1 mi · 4 min · West Delphi Pike
3

Continue on SR 18

1.3 mi · 2 min · West 2nd Street
4

Continue on SR 18

0.2 mi · 18 sec · South Norton Avenue
5

Continue on SR 18

0.6 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street
6

Turn right onto SR 9; SR 15

0.8 mi · 56 sec · South Baldwin Avenue
7

Continue on SR 9; SR 15

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Western Avenue
8

Turn slight right onto SR 37

33 mi · 38 min · South Strawtown Pike
9

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

105 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
10

Continue on SR 37

13 mi · 17 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 69

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 69
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 13 sec
13

Merge onto I 69

0.3 mi · 23 sec · I 69
14

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

2.5 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
17

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 70 West
18

Merge onto I 70

3.4 mi · 4 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

74 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport Use the slight right lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
21

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

2.4 mi · 5 min · South 3rd Street
22

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour drive, leaving in the morning is a good strategy to maximize your day in Terre Haute. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to take breaks as needed. The longest stretch without a major road change is 73.8 miles on I-70, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on that segment. Given the manageable distance of 147.1 miles, you won't need to split this trip, but be mindful of potential traffic, especially if traveling during peak hours on I-70.

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 73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN, or about 1h 37m 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 32 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 73.6 miles or 1h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 30m

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 Sweetser, 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 Sweetser, IN

This is one driving day of about 147.1 miles and 3h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Sweetser, 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.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Indianapolis, IN

74 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.

Popular next leg

Indianapolis, IN to Terre Haute, IN

76.7 mi · 1h 31m

Pacing Suggestions

Anderson, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Indianapolis, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.1

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Terre Haute, Indiana

0.9 mi

The Original Spaghetti & Sub House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Terre Haute, Indiana

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.6

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

2.4 mi

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

2.3 mi

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18122328133

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 52.5

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

The Original Spaghetti & Sub House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+18128149331

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Very expen mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13174238790

Visit website

Marco's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+18122338989

Visit website

Bev's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18122325131

Visit website

Delhi Palace Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+13179551700

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 73.6

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 52.5

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 136.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 136.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 10.5

Marion, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Bouncin Barn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 147.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Closed

+18122995867

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 73.6

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 10.5

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 144.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
5.2 mi into trip | ~8m in | SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue

Turn right onto SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
41.3 mi into trip | ~51m in | SR 37

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
64.3 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | North Keystone Avenue

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
70.6 mi into trip | ~1h 34m 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...
6
144.5 mi into trip | ~2h 57m 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

$23.00 one way

$45.99 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.25 $50.50
premium $4.89 $28.31 $56.62
diesel $5.61 $32.48 $64.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.1 0 $15.45 $7.06
Efficient EV 36.8 0 $12.87 $5.88
EV Truck/SUV 58.8 0 $20.59 $9.41

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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 16, 2026

Origin

Sweetser, IN

Late night in Sweetser on Sunday

Local time

12:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Late night in Terre Haute on Sunday

Local time

12:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Mostly Sunny

WSW 12 mph 6% chance 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

28 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

3h 2m 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?

This drive offers a highway-focused experience, with 61% of your travel time spent on major interstates and state routes. You'll encounter stretches of open road, including one significant segment of 73.8 miles on I-70, allowing for consistent speed. The route primarily utilizes I-70, South Strawtown Pike, and SR 37, providing a mix of fast-paced driving and potentially more local road segments. Expect a relatively smooth journey with minimal technical driving, characteristic of many Midwestern highway corridors.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 147.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 5.2 miles (SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 41.3 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 64.3 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

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 Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.

Indianapolis International Airport

70.6 mi in | ~1h 34m | via I 70

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 147.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

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.

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.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 41.3 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 64.3 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Terre Haute, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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