Origin
Griffith, IN
Evening in Griffith on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Griffith, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
150.7 mi
242 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
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6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, IN
Diego F. Parra
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Griffith to Terre Haute, expect a straightforward 150.7-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 23 minutes. This mixed-drive route is perfect for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. You can budget approximately $23 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an affordable excursion within the Midwest. Navigating through the state, you will primarily rely on a combination of Wicker Avenue, US 41, and SR 63. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, this path offers a reliable, no-nonsense connection across Indiana.
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
75.3 miles from Griffith, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route transitions between local roads and more open stretches. With 58% of the trip consisting of highway driving, you will encounter a mix of speeds and environments that keeps the drive from feeling entirely monotonous. The most significant portion of your time on the road will be spent on SR 63, which features a long, uninterrupted 63.4-mile stretch. As you transition between the various segments of US 41 and local thoroughfares, the road personality shifts from suburban-style navigation to more consistent highway cruising. It is a functional drive that balances the need for efficiency with the reality of navigating through regional Indiana corridors.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Broad Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (US 41 / Indianapolis Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Broad Street
Turn left onto North Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
2.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 41 / Indianapolis Boulevard
Turn left onto US 41 / Indianapolis Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
63.8 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 63.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| Wicker Avenue | 58.8 mi | 1h 18m |
| US 41 | 23.4 mi | 31m |
| Indianapolis Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 53rd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Broad Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Griffith, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on East Miller Street
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Miller Street
2
Turn left onto North Broad Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
North Broad Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on East 53rd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 53rd Avenue
5
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto US 41
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Indianapolis Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 41
59 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
Wicker Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 41
9
Continue on SR 63
63 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
SR 63
10
Continue on US 41
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 41
11
Continue on US 41; US 150
132 ft
·
11 sec
·
North 3rd Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic, as the route relies on a blend of highway and local roads. Since the entire trip is manageable in one go, you only need to account for one scheduled stop to stretch your legs or grab a quick refreshment. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before starting the 63.4-mile trek on SR 63, as this is the longest stretch of the drive where you might have fewer service options. Being prepared for a roughly 3.5-hour journey allows you to maintain a steady, stress-free pace. Because the trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your timing based on your own comfort level and the needs of your passengers.
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 75.3 miles from Griffith, IN, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.3 miles or 1h 45m 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 46m
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 Griffith, 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 Griffith, IN
This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Griffith, 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 SR 63 for about 63.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.3 mi from Griffith, IN · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.3 miles from Griffith, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before SR 63 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.89 one way
$45.78 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.23 | $50.47 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.45 | $56.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.48 | $66.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.82 | $7.23 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.10 | $9.64 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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 Sunday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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
3h 23m 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 Griffith, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 150.7 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, Wicker Avenue, US 41. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.3 miles from Griffith, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.89 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 is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (US 41 / Indianapolis Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Griffith, IN to Terre Haute, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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