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Trip from Lagrange, IN to Terre Haute, IN

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Drive Time

4h 51m

Distance

242.4 mi

390 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 38m ★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 43m

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

Downtown Lagrange, IN, IN

Lagrange, IN

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city and county seat of Vigo County, Indiana, United States

Terre Haute, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lagrange, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 242.4 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, I 70, South Lima Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.90 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

121.2 miles from Lagrange, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 4h 51m highway drive covering 242.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.4 miles on I 69.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 109.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 70. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 242.4 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 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.4 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 159.6 miles (North Keystone Avenue): 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
43.2 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis

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

Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indi...
5
43.4 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in | I 69; US 24; US 30

Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30

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

Use the straight lane.
5
159.6 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in | North Keystone Avenue

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
165.9 mi into trip | ~3h 23m 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
239.8 mi into trip | ~4h 45m 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 Lagrange, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.

Indianapolis International Airport

165.9 mi in | ~3h 23m | via I 70

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 109.4 mi 1h 58m
I 70 73.8 mi 1h 22m
South Lima Road 24.4 mi 34m
South Detroit Street 9.1 mi 13m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
Kelly Street 5 mi 7m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 3.4 mi 4m
County Road 700 North 3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 109.4 mi, about 1h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Poplar Street

105 ft · 6 sec · South Poplar Street
2

Turn right onto US 20

352 ft · 17 sec · US 20
3

Turn left onto SR 9

9.1 mi · 13 min · South Detroit Street
4

Continue on SR 9

5.0 mi · 7 min · Kelly Street
5

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

3.0 mi · 4 min · County Road 700 North
6

Continue on US 6

1.5 mi · 2 min · West North Street
7

Turn right onto SR 3

24 mi · 34 min · South Lima Road
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
9

Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30

8.4 mi · 9 min · I 69; US 24; US 30
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on I 69; US 33

76 mi · 1 hr 21 min · I 69; US 33
11

Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67

24 mi · 26 min · I 69; SR 9; SR 67
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 13 sec
13

Merge onto I 69

0.3 mi · 23 sec · I 69
14

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16

Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue

2.5 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
17

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 70 West
18

Merge onto I 70

3.4 mi · 4 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

74 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport Use the slight right lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 7 Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
21

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

2.4 mi · 5 min · South 3rd Street
22

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 121.2 miles from Lagrange, IN, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 121.2 miles or 2h 27m 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 59m

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 Lagrange, 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 Lagrange, IN

This is one driving day of about 242.4 miles and 4h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lagrange, 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 I 69 for about 109.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 121.2 mi from Lagrange, IN · 2h 27m into the drive

city in Ohio, United States; county seat of Hamilton County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cincinnati, OH

121 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

Cincinnati, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cincinnati, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 121.2 miles from Lagrange, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.90 one way

$75.79 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $41.61 $83.22
premium $4.89 $46.65 $93.30
diesel $5.61 $53.52 $107.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 84.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 72.7 0 $25.45 $11.64
Efficient EV 60.6 0 $21.21 $9.70
EV Truck/SUV 97 1 $33.94 $15.51

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 18 hours ago

Origin

Lagrange, IN

Afternoon in Lagrange on Wednesday

Local time

1:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Afternoon in Terre Haute on Wednesday

Local time

1:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 9 to 14 mph 37% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:53PM EDT until April 14 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 6:52PM EDT until April 14 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis 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

5 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

4h 51m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Lagrange, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 242.4 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 70, South Lima Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.2 miles from Lagrange, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.90 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 242.4 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 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.4 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 159.6 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lagrange, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.

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