The drive from Chesterfield, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 28m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, SR 67, Binford Boulevard for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.8 miles on I 70.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.28 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.
Midpoint
61.7 miles from Chesterfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 123.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 28m highway drive covering 123.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and SR 67. The longest continuous stretch is about 73.8 miles on I 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 67. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Plum Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 123.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (West Plum Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Old State Rd 67): Navigation decision point; at 40.5 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Plum Street
Turn right onto West Plum Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in|Old State Rd 67
Turn left onto Old State Rd 67
Navigation decision point
5
40.5 mi into trip|~48m in|North Keystone Avenue
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
46.8 mi into trip|~59m in|I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis Internation...
6
120.7 mi into trip|~2h 22m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chesterfield, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Indianapolis International Airport
46.8 mi in|~59m|via I 70
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
73.8 mi
1h 22m
SR 67
31.9 mi
34m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
3.4 mi
4m
North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi
5m
South 3rd Street
2.4 mi
5m
East Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
West Plum Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on South Washington Street
28 ft·3 sec·South Washington Street
2
Turn right onto West Plum Street
0.3 mi·55 sec·West Plum Street
3
Turn right onto SR 32
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto North 500 East; South 1000 West
0.1 mi·25 sec·North 500 East; South 1000 West
5
Turn left onto Old State Rd 67
0.2 mi·20 sec·Old State Rd 67
6
Continue on West Commerce Road
0.1 mi·14 sec·West Commerce Road
7
Take the ramp onto SR 67
32 mi·34 min·SR 67
Toward Indianapolis
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·13 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi·23 sec·I 69
10
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi·9 min·Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi·22 sec·East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
12
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi·5 min·North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·35 sec
Toward I 70 West
14
Merge onto I 70
3.4 mi·4 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
74 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 7Toward 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
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 61.7 miles from Chesterfield, IN, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.7 miles or 1h 16m 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
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 Chesterfield, 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 Chesterfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 123.3 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Chesterfield, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 73.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.7 mi from Chesterfield, IN
· 1h 16m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37
0
$12.95
$5.92
Efficient EV
30.8
0
$10.79
$4.93
EV Truck/SUV
49.3
0
$17.26
$7.89
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 15, 2026
Origin
Chesterfield, IN
Morning
in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in Terre Haute on Saturday
Local time
7:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 28m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chesterfield, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, SR 67, Binford Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.7 miles from Chesterfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (West Plum Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Old State Rd 67): Navigation decision point; at 40.5 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Chesterfield, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
