Terre Haute, IN to Morristown, IN is 102.8 miles and takes about 2 hours 7 minutes via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and I 74, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a drive primarily on surface roads after a period on the interstate, making it a straightforward, relatively short trip. It's a practical option for a quick connection between these two points without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.4 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
61.2 mi
1h 6m
I 74
12.3 mi
14m
Brookville Road
8.6 mi
12m
West US Highway 52
5.7 mi
8m
East Main Street
4.2 mi
6m
Kentucky Avenue
2.6 mi
4m
Ameriplex Parkway
1.7 mi
3m
I 69
1.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Morristown, 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
61 mi·1 hr 6 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Indianapolis International Airport, Ronald Reagan Parkway, Ameriplex Parkway
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward South Ameriplex ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Ameriplex Parkway
1.7 mi·3 min·Ameriplex Parkway
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 67
2.6 mi·4 min·Kentucky Avenue
12
Take the ramp onto SR 67
0.3 mi·40 sec·SR 67
Toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 NorthUse the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 74; I 465
12 mi·14 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 69; I 465
1.6 mi·1 min·I 69; I 465
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 47Toward US 52 East: Brookville RoadUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
331 ft·9 sec
Toward New Palestine
17
Turn straight onto US 52
8.6 mi·12 min·Brookville Road
18
Continue on US 52
5.7 mi·8 min·West US Highway 52
19
Enter roundabout onto US 52
166 ft·2 sec·East Main Street
20
Continue on US 52
4.2 mi·6 min·East Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 52
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Leaving Terre Haute in the morning allows for plenty of daylight for the drive to Morristown. There are no specific stops recommended, so you have flexibility to depart when you're ready. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $16, and it’s wise to fill up before you leave Terre Haute or find a station along the way before the longest 61.2-mile highway stretch. Be aware of the shift from highway to surface roads, which may require adjusting your speed and attention.
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 Terre Haute, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.4 miles or 58m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morristown, 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 102.8 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Terre Haute, 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 61.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 84.2 — 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.
7
64.6 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Ameriplex Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward South Ameriplex Parkway
6
69.7 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|SR 67
Take the ramp onto SR 67 toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 North
7
83.9 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward US 52 East: Brookville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47
Toward US 52 East: Brookville Road
6
84.2 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward New Palestine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward New Palestine
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.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Late night
in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Morristown, IN
Late night
in Morristown on Sunday
Local time
4:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
5 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
2h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 21% of this 102.8-mile trip on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 61.2 miles, likely on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. After this highway segment, the route transitions to surface roads, which will feel different behind the wheel with more local traffic and intersections. The change from highway speeds to surface road cruising will be noticeable.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.2 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 3 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 14 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 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.7 miles (SR 67): 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 Terre Haute, IN and Morristown, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and New Palestine.
Indianapolis International Airport
64.4 mi in|~1h 12m
New Palestine
84.2 mi in|~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 102.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.2 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Morristown, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.7 miles (SR 67): 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 Morristown, IN before heading back.
