Origin
Vincennes, IN
Morning in Vincennes on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vincennes, 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
1h 17m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vincennes, IN
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Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
Connecting Vincennes and Terre Haute is a straightforward 58-mile trek through the heart of the Indiana Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 41, keeping your travel costs efficient with an estimated fuel budget of just $9. Because the route is short and direct, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It is a no-nonsense connection between two historic Indiana cities that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 55.6 mi | 1h 13m |
| North 6th Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North 3rd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 55.6 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vincennes, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on US 41 Business
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North 6th Street
2
Continue on US 41; US 150
56 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 41; US 150
Use the straight lane.
3
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Vincennes, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.07 one way
$18.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.96 | $19.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
1h 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on US 41, which accounts for a significant 55.6-mile uninterrupted stretch of your travel. As you transition between the two cities, the route maintains a consistent pace that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering. You won't encounter major deviations or complex intersections, as the path relies heavily on US 41 before shifting into North 6th Street and North 3rd Street for your final arrival. It is a predictable, reliable experience that keeps you moving toward your destination without the distraction of winding backroads.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
3 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.6 mi on US 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and North 6th Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 55.6 miles on US 41, so monotony is more of a factor than complexity.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Vincennes, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 1h 17m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Vincennes, IN to Terre Haute, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
581 ft
419 ft
Total Climb
295 ft
Total Descent
213 ft
Highest Point
581 ft
~45.6 mi in
Elevation Range
162 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 58 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.6 miles on US 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Vincennes, IN to Terre Haute, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Terre Haute, IN before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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