The drive from Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 120.6 miles and takes about 2h 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, South 3rd Street, SR 3 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 115.6 miles on I 70.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.85 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.
Midpoint
60.3 miles from Spiceland, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 120.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 21m highway drive covering 120.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and South 3rd Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 115.6 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 8 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 115.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and South 3rd Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 2h 21m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.9 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip|~4m in|I 70
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.1 mi into trip|~53m 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...
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117.9 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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 Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Indianapolis International Airport
44.1 mi in|~53m|via I 70
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
115.6 mi
2h 11m
South 3rd Street
2.4 mi
5m
SR 3
1.5 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.4 mi
1m
North 3rd Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 115.6 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spiceland, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East Main Street
2
Turn slight left onto SR 3
1.5 mi·2 min·SR 3
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
4
Merge onto I 70
42 mi·48 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
74 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 7Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
7
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi·5 min·South 3rd Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
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 60.3 miles from Spiceland, IN, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.6 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.3 miles or 1h 11m 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 54m
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 Spiceland, 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 Spiceland, IN
This is one driving day of about 120.6 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Spiceland, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 115.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.3 mi from Spiceland, IN
· 1h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.85 one way
$37.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.70
$41.40
premium
$4.89
$23.21
$46.42
diesel
$5.61
$26.63
$53.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.2
0
$12.66
$5.79
Efficient EV
30.2
0
$10.55
$4.82
EV Truck/SUV
48.2
0
$16.88
$7.72
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Spiceland, IN
Late night
in Spiceland on Friday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Late night
in Terre Haute on Friday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
WSW 15 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
9 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
2h 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 120.6 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, South 3rd Street, SR 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.3 miles from Spiceland, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.85 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.
The drive from Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 2h 21m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 70): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.1 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Spiceland, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
