Origin
Southport, IN
Evening in Southport on Sunday
Local time
6:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southport, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
79.4 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southport, IN
Harrison Reilly
Terre Haute, IN
Diego F. Parra
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Southport to Terre Haute, expect a straightforward journey covering 79.4 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 34 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a one-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $12 for fuel should cover your transit across this Midwest stretch. Since the entire route stays within Indiana, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the trip. This direct connection requires no overnight stops, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the need for complex planning. It is a practical, efficient route for anyone looking to bridge these two Indiana communities with minimal hassle.
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
39.7 miles from Southport, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a turn-heavy local profile that changes pace as you navigate the transition from suburban roads to major highways. You will spend roughly 11% of your time on the highway, with the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway providing the most significant portion of your journey. You can anticipate a longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles on that highway, which serves as the primary artery for the middle of your drive. As you approach your destination, the route shifts from high-speed interstate travel to navigating South 3rd Street. Prepare for a mix of cruising and more technical local driving as you move between the two cities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near US 31.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 79.4 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 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 31
Take the ramp onto US 31 toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74...
8
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West
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
8
10.2 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
10.6 mi into trip
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~14m 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
13.3 mi into trip
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~19m 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 Southport, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
Indianapolis International Airport
10.2 mi in
|
~13m
Indianapolis
10.2 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 63.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 74 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| South 3rd Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| I 69 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| US 31 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Southport Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| 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 Southport, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on this road
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Southport Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Southport Road
3
Turn right onto US 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi
·
5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 70
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
13
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 3rd Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid local traffic bottlenecks. Since there are no designated stops required for a journey of this length, you can easily drive the full 79.4 miles in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as prices can fluctuate depending on where you start your journey. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay focused during the transition from the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway onto South 3rd Street, where the road character shifts significantly. Pacing yourself for the turn-heavy final segment will ensure you reach Terre Haute feeling refreshed and ready for your day.
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 39.7 miles from Southport, IN, or about 48m 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 79.4 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 48m 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 18m
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 Southport, 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 Southport, IN
This is one driving day of about 79.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Southport, 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 39.7 mi from Southport, IN · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Southport, 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
$12.06 one way
$24.12 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.29 | $26.59 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.64 | $35.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
6:51 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
13 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
1h 34m 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 Southport, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 74, South 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.7 miles from Southport, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.06 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 11 significant decision points across 79.4 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 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Southport, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Indianapolis.
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