Origin
Lowell, IN
Evening in Lowell on Sunday
Local time
8:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lowell, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
112.5 mi
181 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lowell, IN
Abhishek Navlakha
Terre Haute, IN
Diego F. Parra
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lowell to Terre Haute covers 112.5 miles across the Indiana heartland, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively quick trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I-65, and I-69, making this a straightforward trek through the Midwest. Budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Whether you are heading south for business or a visit, this route offers a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Hoosier communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.3 miles from Lowell, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed interstate travel with regional highway transit. With 37% of the journey spent on highways, the pace remains steady throughout the 112.5-mile duration. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which spans 63.1 miles of the trip. The road transitions between different interstate systems, so stay alert for changing traffic patterns as you shift between I-65 and I-69. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 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 63.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 112.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
34 mi into trip
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~40m in
Take the exit toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 106
Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 E...
8
34.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
8
43.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
8
43.7 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
46.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Towns Along This Route
Between Lowell, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
Cincinnati
34 mi in
|
~40m
Indianapolis International Airport
43.3 mi in
|
~51m
Indianapolis
43.3 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 63.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 65 | 29.7 mi | 32m |
| I 69 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| I 74 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| US 31 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| South 3rd Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Shady Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 63.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on Shady Lane
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Shady Lane
2
Turn left onto US 31
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 31
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 65
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 106
Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi
·
5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 70
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
14
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 3rd Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain your 2-hour and 11-minute estimate. Because the route features a significant 63.1-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you merge onto this main artery to avoid unnecessary stops. Keep a small cushion in your budget beyond the estimated $17 for fuel in case of traffic delays or idling. Staying aware of your transitions between I-65 and I-69 will help you navigate this straightforward Indiana route with confidence.
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 56.3 miles from Lowell, IN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.3 miles or 1h 8m 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 47m
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 Lowell, 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 Lowell, IN
This is one driving day of about 112.5 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lowell, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 63.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.3 mi from Lowell, IN · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 56.3 miles from Lowell, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 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
$17.09 one way
$34.18 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.84 | $37.67 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.99 | $49.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.81 | $5.40 |
| Efficient EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45 | 0 | $15.75 | $7.20 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Evening in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
8:57 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 11m 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 Lowell, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 112.5 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 65, I 69. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.3 miles from Lowell, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.09 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 112.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lowell, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Cincinnati, Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
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