Origin
Edinburgh, IN
Evening in Edinburgh on Friday
Local time
7:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Edinburgh, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
91.9 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edinburgh, IN
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Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
Edinburgh, IN to Terre Haute, IN is 91.9 miles and takes about 2h 2m via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and National Road, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a local feel with plenty of turns, making it a good option for a relaxed, same-day excursion. With under 100 miles and a couple of hours of driving time, it's a manageable trip for anyone looking for a straightforward journey between these two Indiana cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.9 miles from Edinburgh, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route features a significant number of turns, indicating a more local and less direct path than a pure interstate. With only 17% of the drive on highways, you'll mostly be navigating county roads and well-traveled local routes like the National Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 52 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent speed before transitioning back to the winding character. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged with the landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 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 52 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in near West Jefferson Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (West Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles (CR 144 / Johnson County Route 144): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.1 miles (SR 144): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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West Jefferson Street
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 144 / Johnson County Route 144
Enter roundabout onto CR 144 / Johnson County Route 144
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
23.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
SR 144
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
36.6 mi into trip
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~1h in
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SR 39
Turn right onto SR 39
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
89.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m 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 | 52 mi | 56m |
| National Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Johnson County Route 144 | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| SR 144 | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| East Greencastle Road | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| South 3rd Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| East Old Plank Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Jefferson Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 52 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinburgh, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on South Walnut Street
439 ft
·
24 sec
·
South Walnut Street
2
Turn left onto SR 252
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Center Cross Street
3
Continue on SR 252
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Eisenhower Drive
4
Turn right onto US 31; SR 252
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
National Road
5
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jefferson Street
Use the left lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
7
Continue on SR 144
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
8
Continue on SR 144
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Johnson County Route 144
9
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
150 ft
·
2 sec
·
Johnson County Route 144
10
Continue on SR 144
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnson County Route 144
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on SR 144
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Old Plank Road
12
Continue on CR 144
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Johnson County Route 144
Use the straight lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
Johnson County Route 144
14
Continue on CR 144
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Johnson County Route 144
15
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
164 ft
·
2 sec
·
Johnson County Route 144
16
Continue on CR 144
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Johnson County Route 144
17
Turn straight onto SR 144
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
SR 144
18
Turn straight onto SR 144
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
SR 144
19
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
SR 144
20
Continue on SR 144
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 144
21
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
SR 144
22
Continue on SR 144
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 144
23
Continue on SR 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West High Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto South Monroe Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Monroe Street
25
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Main Street
26
Continue on East Greencastle Road
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
East Greencastle Road
27
Continue on East County Road 1000 South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Road 1000 South
28
Turn right onto SR 39
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
SR 39
Use the straight lane.
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70: St. Louis
30
Merge onto I 70
52 mi
·
56 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
32
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 3rd Street
33
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2h 2m duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You could easily depart mid-morning and still have plenty of time to reach Terre Haute and explore. Since the longest stretch is 52 miles, plan to take a short break after that segment to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the total distance makes frequent stops unnecessary. Keep an eye out for the many turns indicated in the route profile, especially as you transition onto local roads, to ensure you stay on track.
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 45.9 miles from Edinburgh, IN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 1h 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 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh, IN
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Edinburgh, 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 52 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from Edinburgh, IN · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from Edinburgh, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.37 one way
$28.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.69 | $35.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Evening in Terre Haute on Friday
Local time
7:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Brooklyn, IN
46 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
23 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 2m 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 Edinburgh, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 91.9 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, National Road, Johnson County Route 144. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.9 miles from Edinburgh, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.37 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 is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (West Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.1 miles (CR 144 / Johnson County Route 144): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.1 miles (SR 144): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Edinburgh, IN to Terre Haute, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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