Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, IN
Wikimedia Commons
Brazil, IN
Nino Souza
Terre Haute to Brazil is 16.1 miles and takes about 28 minutes via US 40, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Indiana, connecting two towns in the Midwest. The drive is primarily on US 40, offering a straightforward journey. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or as a segment of a larger regional exploration. Plan for a simple, direct trip with minimal time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 40 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Wabash Avenue | 7.4 mi | 14m |
| North 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East National Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Brazil, IN.
Start on US 41; US 150
Turn right
At end of road, turn left onto Wabash Avenue
Continue on US 40
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 0.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto Wabash Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.52 one way
$5.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Brazil on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route features a mixed drive with 53% highway share. You'll experience stretches on US 40, Wabash Avenue, and North 3rd Street. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 8.6 miles on US 40, providing a consistent pace. Expect a blend of quicker road sections and potentially more town-centric driving as you navigate through.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Brazil, IN is easy. At 28m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Wabash Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 16.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Straightforward navigation.
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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