Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Evening in Terre Haute on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terre Haute, IN to New Pekin, IN
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
126.2 mi
203 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
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6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Terre Haute, IN
Diego F. Parra
New Pekin, IN
Enchanted Earth
Trip Overview
Traveling from Terre Haute to New Pekin covers 126.2 miles through the heart of Indiana, typically requiring about 2 hours and 59 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete the entire journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $19 for fuel to cover the trip. Navigating this path involves a mix of SR 37, SR 46, and State Road 60, offering a transition through the Midwest landscape. It is a straightforward trek that works well for those looking to move efficiently between these two Indiana locations.
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
63.1 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed-drive profile that keeps you engaged rather than stuck on a monotonous interstate. With a highway share of only 43%, you will spend more time on local roads than on fast-paced expressways. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 29.3-mile stretch on SR 37, which provides a bit of flow before the driving becomes more technical. As you transition between the various state roads, the rhythm of the drive shifts, requiring you to stay alert through changing speed zones. It is a practical route that balances highway efficiency with the slower pace of Indiana’s secondary road network.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.3 miles (SR 37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
18.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
6
64.3 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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SR 37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 toward SR 37 South: Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
6
116.9 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
117.1 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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Westside Road
At end of road, turn right onto Westside Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Terre Haute, IN to New Pekin, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Linton along the way.
Linton
18.5 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 37 | 29.3 mi | 36m |
| State Road 60 | 28.4 mi | 43m |
| SR 46 | 20.4 mi | 29m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 15.2 mi | 16m |
| State Road 46 | 11.7 mi | 18m |
| State Route 59 | 5 mi | 7m |
| South Jackson Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 29.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and New Pekin, 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
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
9
Turn right onto SR 59
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn left onto SR 46
20 mi
·
29 min
·
SR 46
11
Turn left onto US 231; SR 46; SR 67
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Morgan Street
12
Continue on SR 46
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Road 46
13
Continue on SR 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Temperance Street
14
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Road 46
15
Take the exit
6.0 mi
·
7 min
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
29 mi
·
36 min
·
SR 37
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
17
Turn left onto SR 60
22 mi
·
32 min
·
State Road 60
18
At end of road, turn left onto SR 56; SR 60
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
19
Continue on SR 56; SR 60
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Hackberry Street
20
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
21
At end of road, turn right onto Westside Road
522 ft
·
12 sec
·
Westside Road
22
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
23
Turn left onto South Jackson Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Jackson Street
24
Continue on Old State Road 60
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Old State Road 60
25
Enter roundabout onto SR 60
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Road 60
26
Continue on SR 60
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Road 60
27
Arrive at destination
SR 60
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. You should anticipate making at least one stop to break up the journey and stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when you transition off the main highways, as service availability can fluctuate on smaller stretches of State Road 60. To make the most of your time, try to avoid peak traffic hours if your route takes you through busier intersections along the way. Remember that because the highway share is relatively low, your actual arrival time may vary based on local traffic conditions, so pad your schedule by 15 minutes to stay stress-free.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.1 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 30m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Pekin, 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 126.2 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 SR 37 for about 29.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.1 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.1 miles from Terre Haute, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Pekin, IN
The final approach into New Pekin, 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 New Pekin, 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
$19.17 one way
$38.34 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.82 | $47.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.04 | $56.07 |
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: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.25 | $6.06 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
New Pekin, IN
Evening in New Pekin on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
6 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 59m 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 New Pekin, IN covers 126.2 miles and takes about 2h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 37, State Road 60, SR 46. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.1 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 $19.17 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.
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 126.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.3 miles (SR 37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Terre Haute, IN to New Pekin, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Linton along the way.
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