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Trip from Terre Haute, IN to Auburn, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 13m

Distance

219.4 mi

353 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

7 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 0m ★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat of Vigo County, Indiana, United States

Terre Haute, IN

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Downtown Auburn, IN, IN

Auburn, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Auburn, IN covers 219.4 miles and takes about 4h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Binford Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 127.7 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.30 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

109.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 13m. Total distance: 219.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Drive Character

The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Auburn, IN covers 219.4 miles and takes about 4h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 127.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 219.4 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 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
3 mi into trip | ~6m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
3.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge onto I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
80.9 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue
6
93.2 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
218.1 mi into trip | ~4h 10m in

Take the exit toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 329 Toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 127.7 mi 2h 19m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 75.3 mi 1h 25m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
North Keystone Avenue 2.7 mi 5m
I 70 2.3 mi 3m
1st Street 1.3 mi 2m
South 3rd Street 1.3 mi 2m
SR 8 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 127.7 mi, about 2h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Auburn, IN.

1

Start on US 41; US 150

295 ft · 15 sec · North 3rd Street
2

Turn left onto US 150

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Cherry Street
3

Turn left onto 1st Street

1.3 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
Use the straight lane.
4

Turn left onto Hulman Street

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Hulman Street
5

Turn right onto US 41; US 150

1.3 mi · 2 min · South 3rd Street
6

Turn left

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Use the left lane.
7

Merge onto I 70; US 40

75 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

2.3 mi · 3 min · I 70
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue Use the right lane.
10

Turn slight right onto North Rural Street

171 ft · 4 sec · North Rural Street
11

Continue on North Keystone Avenue

2.7 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue
12

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
13

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

111 mi · 2 hr · I 69
Use the straight lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

14 mi · 15 min · I 69
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 329 Toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn
18

Keep slight right at fork

114 ft · 3 sec
19

Turn right onto SR 8

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 8
20

Arrive at destination

SR 8

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 109.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.7 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 48 miles or 57m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 109.7 miles or 2h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute, IN

This is one driving day of about 219.4 miles and 4h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Terre Haute, 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 69 for about 127.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 109.7 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 2h 13m into the drive

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

110 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

Miller, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 127.7 miles.

Arriving in Auburn, IN

The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Terre Haute, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1 mi

Five Guys

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.4

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1 mi

Falls Perk Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pendleton, Indiana

1.7 mi

Cackleberries

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18122320000

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 94

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

APNA DHABA INDIANA RESTAURANT

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 47

Stilesville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+14639991029

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Very expen mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13174238790

Visit website

Five Guys

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13173533422

Visit website

Siam Square

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13176368424

Visit website

Domino's Pizza

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18122328133

Visit website

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13176696848

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 78.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Falls Perk Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.7

Pendleton, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+17657783423

Visit website

The Light House coffee bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 203.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12604333710

Visit website

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

The Hive Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+12602409911

Visit website

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12603730505

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 203.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 188.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

The Bouncin Barn

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Closed

+18122995867

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 78.4

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.30 one way

$68.60 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $37.66 $75.32
premium $4.89 $42.22 $84.44
diesel $5.61 $48.44 $96.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

7 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Nissan Charging Station

Terre Haute, Indiana

Other

1 DCFC

Ionna Charging Station

Terre Haute, Indiana

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Terre Haute, Indiana

Tesla

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Terre Haute, Indiana

Electrify America

1 DCFC

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Fort Wayne, Indiana

InCharge

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Terre Haute, Indiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Fort Wayne, Indiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Other: 2 ChargePoint: 2 Tesla: 1 Electrify America: 1 InCharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.8 0 $23.04 $10.53
Efficient EV 54.9 0 $19.20 $8.78
EV Truck/SUV 87.8 1 $30.72 $14.04

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 17, 2026

Origin

Terre Haute, IN

Night in Terre Haute on Thursday

Local time

9:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Auburn, IN

Night in Auburn on Thursday

Local time

9:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

110 mi in

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 13m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Auburn, IN covers 219.4 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Binford Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.30 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 219.4 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 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Terre Haute, IN to Auburn, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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