Terre Haute to Lagrange is 243.9 miles and takes about 4h 55m via I 69 and SR 9, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll experience a mix of highway speeds and surface road cruising, making it a straightforward, single-day trip for most. It's a practical route for connecting these two points without major detours.
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
122 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
109.9 mi
1h 59m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
75.3 mi
1h 25m
SR 9
14.2 mi
21m
Lima Road
13.5 mi
19m
SR 3
11.1 mi
14m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
County Road 700 North
2.9 mi
4m
North Keystone Avenue
2.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 109.9 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Lagrange, IN.
1
Start on US 41; US 150
295 ft·15 sec·North 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto US 150
0.1 mi·18 sec·Cherry Street
3
Turn left onto 1st Street
1.3 mi·2 min·1st Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Hulman Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·Hulman Street
5
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
1.3 mi·2 min·South 3rd Street
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·25 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 70; US 40
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
2.3 mi·3 min·I 70
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 85BToward North Keystone AvenueUse the right lane.
10
Turn slight right onto North Rural Street
171 ft·4 sec·North Rural Street
11
Continue on North Keystone Avenue
2.7 mi·5 min·North Keystone Avenue
12
Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi·20 sec·East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
13
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi·9 min·Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 69
2.8 mi·3 min·I 69
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
107 mi·1 hr 55 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 311BToward SR 3 North: Lima RoadUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto US 27
14 mi·19 min·Lima Road
18
Continue on SR 3
11 mi·14 min·SR 3
19
Turn left onto US 6
1.6 mi·2 min·West North Street
20
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi·4 min·County Road 700 North
21
Turn right onto SR 9
14 mi·21 min·SR 9
22
Turn right onto US 20
352 ft·15 sec·US 20
23
Turn left onto South Poplar Street
105 ft·4 sec·South Poplar Street
24
Arrive at destination
South Poplar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 55m estimated drive time, leaving Terre Haute in the morning is ideal to allow for flexibility. You'll have one planned stop, but with the relatively short distance, you can easily add more if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $38, and it's always wise to top off before the longest stretch. The transition from I 69 to SR 9 will be your main point of navigation change, so be prepared for that shift in road type and speed.
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 122 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.9 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 54 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122 miles or 2h 26m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lagrange, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute, IN
This is one driving day of about 243.9 miles and 4h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Terre Haute, 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 69 for about 109.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 200.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3 mi into trip|~6m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.3 mi into trip|~6m in|I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
80.9 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 85B
Toward North Keystone Avenue
6
93.2 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
200.3 mi into trip|~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.13 one way
$76.26 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$41.87
$83.73
premium
$4.89
$46.94
$93.87
diesel
$5.61
$53.85
$107.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.2
0
$25.61
$11.71
Efficient EV
61
0
$21.34
$9.76
EV Truck/SUV
97.6
1
$34.15
$15.61
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 20, 2026
Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in Terre Haute on Tuesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lagrange, IN
Morning
in Lagrange on Tuesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 55m 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 56% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on I 69. The longest continuous stretch on the interstate is 109.9 miles. Expect to transition from highway speeds to surface roads as you approach your destination. This shift will likely involve more frequent intersections and varied speed limits.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 243.9 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 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 55m. Total distance: 243.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.9 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 22 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 Lagrange, 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 22 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Lagrange, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
