Cackleberries
Near the start, right off the route
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–3 pm
+18122320000
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
215 mi
346 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
26 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, IN
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Woodburn, IN
Clement Lepetit
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Woodburn, IN covers 215 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Ronald Reagan Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 95.1 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
107.5 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 95.1 mi | 1h 42m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 75.3 mi | 1h 25m |
| Ronald Reagan Expressway | 20.5 mi | 22m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Woodburn Road | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| North Keystone Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Old US 24 | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| I 70 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Woodburn, IN.
Start on US 41; US 150
Turn left onto US 150
Turn left onto 1st Street
Turn left onto Hulman Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
Turn left
Merge onto I 70; US 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto North Rural Street
Continue on North Keystone Avenue
Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
Continue on Binford Boulevard
Merge onto I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Take the exit onto Ronald Reagan Expressway
Merge onto I 469; US 33
Take the exit
Merge onto US 24
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto Bruick Road
Turn right onto Old US 24
Turn right onto North Webster Road
Turn left onto Woodburn Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 101
Turn left onto Center Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 47 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.5 miles or 2h 10m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodburn, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Terre Haute, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 215 miles and 4h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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.
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 107.5 miles from Terre Haute, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Terre Haute, Indiana
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 6 am–3 pm
+18122320000
Siam Square
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hongkong Chinese Restaurant
Indianapolis, Indiana
Top Coffee Stop
Indianapolis, Indiana
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13173719949
Good Vibes Cafe Indy
Indianapolis, Indiana
Falls Perk Coffee House
Pendleton, Indiana
Near the start, right off the route
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–3 pm
+18122320000
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+13176368424
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+13179518882
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm
+13174238790
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+13173533422
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Stilesville, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–12 pm
+14639991029
Near the start, right off the route
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–1 pm
+18122328133
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fishers, Indiana
Hours: 5–9:30 pm
+13175781987
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13173719949
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Indianapolis, Indiana
Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm
+14632022117
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Pendleton, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+17657783423
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18129173863
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+18129172268
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Carmel, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+13175669132
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Roanoke, Indiana
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+12603126814
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+33172676914
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Terre Haute, Indiana
Hours: Closed
+18122995867
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Indianapolis, IN
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13174555289
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 208.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto Ronald Reagan Expressway toward I 469 East, US 33 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto Bruick Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Regular Gas
$33.61 one way
$67.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.91 | $73.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.37 | $82.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.47 | $94.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Terre Haute, IN
23 DCFC
The Amp at 16 Tech - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
16 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
16 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
12 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
12 DCFC
Terre Haute, IN Rechargery @ Casey's - S 3rd St
Terre Haute, IN
8 DCFC
GetGo Cafe & Market - Tesla Supercharger
Speedway, IN
8 DCFC
Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.5 | 0 | $22.58 | $10.32 |
| Efficient EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.81 | $8.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86 | 1 | $30.10 | $13.76 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Morning in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
11:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Woodburn on Sunday
Local time
11:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
73°F
Lawrence, IN
108 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
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
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.
215 mi in 4h 16m — 57% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: I 69.
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.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 215 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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 215 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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