Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Late night in Terre Haute on Friday
Local time
2:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
52.7 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, IN
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Bicknell, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 52.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 3rd Street, SR 58, Indiana Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.7 miles on South 3rd Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 52.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (19%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 52.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 3rd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 34.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 150 / Cherry Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN is easy. At 1h 21m with 19% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 150 / Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Hulman Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 150 / Cherry Street
Turn left onto US 150 / Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
1st Street
Turn left onto 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Hulman Street
Turn left onto Hulman Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 41; US 150 / South 3rd Street
Turn right onto US 41; US 150 / South 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 3rd Street | 34.7 mi | 47m |
| SR 58 | 9.8 mi | 17m |
| Indiana Street | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Hulman Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South 3rd Street
— 34.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Bicknell, 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
35 mi
·
47 min
·
South 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 58
9.8 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 58
7
Turn right onto SR 159
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Indiana Street
8
Continue on North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 3rd Street
11
Arrive at destination
East 3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.4 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.4 miles from Terre Haute, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bicknell, IN
The final approach into Bicknell, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.24 one way
$16.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.05 | $18.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.14 | $20.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.64 | $23.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Bicknell, IN
Late night in Bicknell on Friday
Local time
2:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
1h 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 Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN covers 52.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 3rd Street, SR 58, Indiana Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.4 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 $8.24 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 Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN is easy. At 1h 21m with 19% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 150 / Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Hulman Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Terre Haute, IN to Bicknell, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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