Origin
Knox, IN
Morning in Knox on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knox, IN to Terre Haute, IN
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Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
175.1 mi
282 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
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6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knox, IN
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Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Knox, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 175.1 miles and takes about 3h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 63, US 41, County Road 1200 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.4 miles on SR 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.37 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
87.6 miles from Knox, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 53m highway drive covering 175.1 miles, with most of the trip on SR 63 and US 41. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.4 miles on SR 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and US 41. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West John Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 53m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West John Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 35; SR 8 / South Heaton Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (SR 10 / East 600 S): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West John Street
Turn left onto West John Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 35; SR 8 / South Heaton Street
Turn right onto US 35; SR 8 / South Heaton Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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SR 10 / East 600 S
Turn right onto SR 10 / East 600 S
Navigation decision point
5
19.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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US 421; SR 10 / S 1000 W
At end of road, turn left onto US 421; SR 10 / S 1000 W
Navigation decision point
7
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward SR 14: Winamac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 220
Toward SR 14: Winamac
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 63.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 41 | 48.9 mi | 1h 3m |
| County Road 1200 | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| State Road 14 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| West 600 South | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| I 65 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| East 600 S | 4 mi | 5m |
| South 400 E | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knox, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on this road
82 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West John Street
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
West John Street
3
Turn right onto US 35; SR 8
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Heaton Street
4
Continue on US 35
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South 400 E
5
Turn right onto SR 10
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East 600 S
6
Continue on SR 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West 600 South
7
Continue on SR 10; SR 39
395 ft
·
9 sec
·
W 600 S
8
Continue on SR 10; SR 39
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Talmer Avenue
9
Continue on SR 10
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
West 600 South
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 421; SR 10
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
S 1000 W
11
Continue on US 421; SR 10
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South 1000 West
12
Turn right onto SR 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 800 S
13
Continue on SR 10
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road 1200
14
Continue on SR 10
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Robbins Street
15
Continue on SR 10
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 1200
16
Turn left onto US 231
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 550
17
Continue on US 231
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Street
18
Turn right onto SR 110
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West State Road 110
19
Continue on SR 10
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West State Road 10
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
21
Merge onto I 65
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
I 65
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 220
Toward SR 14: Winamac
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn right onto SR 14
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
State Road 14
24
Turn left onto US 41
26 mi
·
32 min
·
US 41
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 41
26
Continue on SR 63
63 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
SR 63
27
Continue on US 41
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 41
28
Continue on US 41; US 150
132 ft
·
11 sec
·
North 3rd Street
29
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 87.6 miles from Knox, IN, or about 2h 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.6 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
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 Knox, 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 Knox, IN
This is one driving day of about 175.1 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Knox, 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 87.6 mi from Knox, IN · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 87.6 miles from Knox, 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
$27.37 one way
$54.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.06 | $60.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.70 | $67.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.66 | $77.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.39 | $8.40 |
| Efficient EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70 | 0 | $24.51 | $11.21 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Morning in Terre Haute on Wednesday
Local time
8:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
3 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 53m 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 Knox, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 175.1 miles and takes about 3h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, US 41, County Road 1200. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.6 miles from Knox, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.37 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 53m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West John Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 35; SR 8 / South Heaton Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (SR 10 / East 600 S): Navigation decision point.
The route from Knox, IN to Terre Haute, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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