Origin
Sweetser, IN
Evening in Sweetser on Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
147.1 mi
237 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sweetser, IN
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Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
This 147.1-mile journey from Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN takes approximately 3 hours and 2 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, easily manageable within a few hours. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with about 61% of the drive on major roads like I-70. You can expect to spend around $23 on fuel for this drive. Given the relatively short duration and distance, it's ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without needing an overnight stay. Both Sweetser and Terre Haute are located in the Midwest region of Indiana, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.
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
73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 147.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This drive offers a highway-focused experience, with 61% of your travel time spent on major interstates and state routes. You'll encounter stretches of open road, including one significant segment of 73.8 miles on I-70, allowing for consistent speed. The route primarily utilizes I-70, South Strawtown Pike, and SR 37, providing a mix of fast-paced driving and potentially more local road segments. Expect a relatively smooth journey with minimal technical driving, characteristic of many Midwestern highway corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 South Strawtown Pike. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 5.2 miles (SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 41.3 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 64.3 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue
Turn right onto SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
41.3 mi into trip
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~51m in
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SR 37
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
64.3 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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North Keystone Avenue
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
70.6 mi into trip
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~1h 34m 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
144.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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 Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Indianapolis International Airport
70.6 mi in
|
~1h 34m
|
via I 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 73.8 mi | 1h 22m |
| South Strawtown Pike | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| I 69 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West Delphi Pike | 3.1 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 Sweetser, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on North Main Street
57 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 18
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Delphi Pike
3
Continue on SR 18
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 2nd Street
4
Continue on SR 18
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Norton Avenue
5
Continue on SR 18
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
6
Turn right onto SR 9; SR 15
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Baldwin Avenue
7
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Western Avenue
8
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi
·
38 min
·
South Strawtown Pike
9
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
10
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
13
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
14
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 70 West
18
Merge onto I 70
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19
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.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 7
Toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
21
Turn right onto US 41; US 150
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 3rd Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour drive, leaving in the morning is a good strategy to maximize your day in Terre Haute. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to take breaks as needed. The longest stretch without a major road change is 73.8 miles on I-70, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on that segment. Given the manageable distance of 147.1 miles, you won't need to split this trip, but be mindful of potential traffic, especially if traveling during peak hours on I-70.
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 73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN, or about 1h 37m 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 37m 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 30m
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 Sweetser, 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.
+
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 Sweetser, IN
This is one driving day of about 147.1 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Sweetser, 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 73.6 mi from Sweetser, IN · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.6 miles from Sweetser, 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
$23.00 one way
$45.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.25 | $50.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.31 | $56.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.48 | $64.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.45 | $7.06 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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 Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
WSW 12 mph
6% chance
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
28 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 2m 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 Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 147.1 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, South Strawtown Pike, SR 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.6 miles from Sweetser, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.00 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 147.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 5.2 miles (SR 9; SR 15 / South Baldwin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 41.3 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 64.3 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sweetser, IN to Terre Haute, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
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