Origin
Portland, IN
Evening in Portland on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
167 mi
269 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portland, IN
Brett Sayles
Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Portland, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 167 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, I 69, West Votaw Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.8 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.11 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
83.5 miles from Portland, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 21m highway drive covering 167 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 73.8 miles on I 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 69. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 26; SR 67 / West Votaw Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.3 miles (SR 26; SR 67 / West Votaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 84.2 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 26; SR 67 / West Votaw Street
Turn left onto SR 26; SR 67 / West Votaw Street
Navigation decision point
4
37.9 mi into trip
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~48m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
84.2 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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North Keystone Avenue
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
90.5 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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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
164.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m 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 Portland, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Indianapolis International Airport
90.5 mi in
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~1h 52m
|
via I 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 73.8 mi | 1h 22m |
| I 69 | 39.3 mi | 42m |
| West Votaw Street | 18.2 mi | 20m |
| East McGalliard Road | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| West State Street | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| North Keystone Avenue | 2.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on US 27; SR 26
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Meridian Street
2
Turn left onto SR 26; SR 67
18 mi
·
20 min
·
West Votaw Street
3
Continue on SR 28; SR 67
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
West State Street
4
Turn right onto East McGalliard Road
10 mi
·
15 min
·
East McGalliard Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 69
39 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
8
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
9
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
11
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 70 West
13
Merge onto I 70
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
14
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.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
16
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 3rd Street
17
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 83.5 miles from Portland, IN, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.5 miles or 1h 40m 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 45m
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 Portland, 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 Portland, IN
This is one driving day of about 167 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Portland, 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 70 for about 73.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.5 mi from Portland, IN · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 83.5 miles from Portland, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 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
$26.11 one way
$52.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.67 | $57.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.14 | $64.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.87 | $73.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.61 | $6.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.38 | $10.69 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 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 Tuesday
Local time
6:42 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
14 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 21m 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 Portland, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 167 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 69, West Votaw Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.5 miles from Portland, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.11 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 167 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.3 miles (SR 26; SR 67 / West Votaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 84.2 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Portland, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
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