Origin
Mulberry, IN
Late night in Mulberry on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
107.8 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mulberry, IN
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Terre Haute, IN
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If you are planning a trip from Mulberry to Terre Haute, expect a straightforward journey covering 107.7 miles across the Indiana heartland. You should set aside about 1 hour and 55 minutes of drive time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since the route avoids major interstates entirely, you will be navigating local roads, which keeps the pace steady and relaxed. Budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Whether you are heading south for business or a visit, this route offers a practical way to traverse the Midwest without the stress of high-speed highway traffic.
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
53.9 miles from Mulberry, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't experience any monotonous interstate grinds; instead, you will rely on South Main Street, East Jackson Street, and State Road 38 to guide your way. The road lacks long, straight stretches, with South Main Street being the most notable example of this winding, local-focused design. You will find that the personality of the drive remains consistent throughout, requiring you to navigate turns rather than settle into a long-distance cruise. It is an engaging, hands-on experience that keeps you connected to the landscape.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 13 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 74 West
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 45.3 mi | 58m |
| I 74 | 20.1 mi | 21m |
| SR 25 | 20 mi | 28m |
| State Road 38 | 9.2 mi | 15m |
| North State Road 25 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Teal Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 41 | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| US 52 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mulberry, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn left onto South Main Street
Turn left onto SR 38
Continue on SR 38
Continue on SR 38
Continue on SR 38
Continue on SR 38
Turn sharp left onto Sagamore Parkway South
Turn right onto US 52
Turn left onto US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Continue on SR 25
At end of road, turn left onto SR 25
Turn right onto SR 25
At end of road, turn right onto SR 25
Turn left onto SR 25
Continue on SR 25
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 74
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 63
Continue on US 41
Continue on US 41; US 150
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination in under two hours, you can choose to power through or take breaks whenever you feel the need. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads, your average speed will be lower than what you might expect on a major highway. I recommend checking your fuel levels before you pull out of Mulberry, as a $15 budget is sufficient but leaves little room for detours. Staying alert is the most important tip here, as the frequent turns on State Road 38 require consistent focus compared to a standard interstate drive.
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.
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 24 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 17m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Mulberry, 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 Mulberry, IN
This is one driving day of about 107.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.9 mi from Mulberry, IN · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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.
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 53.9 miles from Mulberry, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$16.85 one way
$33.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.50 | $37.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.75 | $41.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
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: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 27 | 0 | $9.43 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.09 | $6.90 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Mulberry on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Terre Haute on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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