Trip from Aurora, IN to Terre Haute, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 22m

Distance

165.6 mi

267 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 10m ★

6 AM

3h 22m

8 AM

3h 46m

10 AM

3h 31m

12 PM

3h 28m

3 PM

3h 32m

5 PM

3h 45m

8 PM

3h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Aurora, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 165.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 74, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.49 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

82.8 miles from Aurora, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 165.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

The drive from Aurora, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 165.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 67.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 56 / Importing Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 165.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 56 / Importing Street

Turn left onto SR 56 / Importing Street

Navigation decision point

5

0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue

Turn left onto SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

5

22.3 mi into trip | ~39m in | I 74

Merge onto I 74

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

6

95.2 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 70 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 70 West

6

163 mi into trip | ~3h 16m in

Take the exit toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	67.3 mi	1h 13m
I 74	61.6 mi	1h 5m
SR 48	10.1 mi	17m
East Raymond Street	7.8 mi	12m
North Meridian Street	6.3 mi	10m
Sunnyside Avenue	5.1 mi	9m
South 3rd Street	2.4 mi	5m
Sam Jones Expressway	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Dwight D Eisenhower Highway — 67.3 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, IN and Terre Haute, IN.

1

Start on this road

61 ft · 9 sec · this road

2

Turn left onto Mechanic Street

263 ft · 16 sec · Mechanic Street

3

Turn left onto SR 56

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Importing Street

4

Turn right onto US 50

0.5 mi · 1 min · Green Boulevard

5

Turn left onto SR 148

5.1 mi · 9 min · Sunnyside Avenue

Use the left lane.

6

At end of road, turn left onto SR 48

10 mi · 17 min · SR 48

7

Turn right onto SR 101

6.3 mi · 10 min · North Meridian Street

8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 74 West: Indianapolis

9

Merge onto I 74

62 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 74

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Continue on this road

1.2 mi · 1 min · this road

Exit 94 Toward Southeastern Avenue

11

Continue on Southeastern Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southeastern Avenue

12

Turn slight left onto East Raymond Street

7.8 mi · 12 min · East Raymond Street

Use the left lane.

13

Continue on Sam Jones Expressway

1.5 mi · 2 min · Sam Jones Expressway

Use the left lane.

14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 70 West Use the slight right lane.

15

Merge onto I 70

67 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville

17

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

2.4 mi · 5 min · South 3rd Street

18

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

Trip Plan

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 82.8 miles from Aurora, IN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 36 miles or 53m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.8 miles or 1h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Aurora, 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 Aurora, IN

This is one driving day of about 165.6 miles and 3h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Aurora, 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 67.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 82.8 mi from Aurora, IN · 1h 44m into the drive

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

83 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

Greensburg, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lawrence, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.8 miles from Aurora, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.3 miles.

Arriving in Terre Haute, IN

The final approach into Terre Haute, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Terre Haute, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.6

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Terre Haute, Indiana

0.9 mi

El Cantarito Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cloverdale, Indiana

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 165.6

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18122328133

Visit website

El Cantarito Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.1

Cloverdale, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17657952388

Visit website

APNA DHABA INDIANA RESTAURANT

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 118.3

Stilesville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+14639991029

McDonald's

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 130.1

Cloverdale, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+17657953332

Visit website

The Original Spaghetti & Sub House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+18128149331

Marco's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+18122338989

Visit website

Bev's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18122325131

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.6

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18129172268

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Bouncin Barn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 165.6

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Closed

+18122995867

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 94.6

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.49 one way

$44.99 round trip

$3.45/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.85	$25.10	$50.20
premium	$4.15	$27.06	$54.11
diesel	$3.75	$24.45	$48.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	49.7	$17.39	$7.95
Efficient EV	41.4	$14.49	$6.62
EV Truck/SUV	66.2	$23.18	$10.60

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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 14, 2026

Origin

Aurora, IN

Late night in Aurora on Saturday

Local time

5:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Late night in Terre Haute on Saturday

Local time

5:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSW 10 to 14 mph 13% chance Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

83 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

7 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

3h 22m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Aurora, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 165.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 74, SR 48. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 82.8 miles from Aurora, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.49 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 165.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Aurora, IN to Terre Haute, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Terre Haute, IN

Nearby Places

Cackleberries

Loose Goose Coffee Company

Cackleberries

Domino's Pizza

El Cantarito Mexican Restaurant

APNA DHABA INDIANA RESTAURANT

McDonald's

The Original Spaghetti & Sub House

Marco's Pizza

Bev's Restaurant

Loose Goose Coffee Company

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co.

Georgia Street Grind

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

Ionna Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

The Bouncin Barn

Indy with Kids

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Aurora, IN

Terre Haute, IN

Same local time

7 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 22m on the road

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