Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Late night in Terre Haute on Friday
Local time
2:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Terre Haute, IN to Pulaski County, IN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
155.5 mi
250 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
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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Pulaski County, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Pulaski County, IN covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 63, US 41, SR 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.3 miles on SR 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.31 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 155.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 155.5 miles, with most of the trip on SR 63 and US 41. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.3 miles on SR 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and US 41. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 112.4 miles in near SR 14 / State Road 14.
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 Pulaski County, IN is easy. At 3h 30m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 112.4 miles (SR 14 / State Road 14): Navigation decision point; at 124.4 miles (SR 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 142.5 miles (US 421; SR 14 / County Road 1500 West): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
112.4 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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SR 14 / State Road 14
Turn right onto SR 14 / State Road 14
Navigation decision point
4
124.4 mi into trip
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~2h 41m in
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SR 14
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 14
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
142.5 mi into trip
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~3h 6m in
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US 421; SR 14 / County Road 1500 West
Turn left onto US 421; SR 14 / County Road 1500 West
Navigation decision point
4
144.5 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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SR 14
Turn right onto SR 14
Navigation decision point
4
154.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 26m in
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500 W
Turn right onto 500 W
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 63.3 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 41 | 47.3 mi | 59m |
| SR 14 | 29.1 mi | 44m |
| State Road 14 | 11 mi | 15m |
| County Road 1500 West | 2 mi | 2m |
| North 3rd Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| 500 W | 0.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 63.3 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Pulaski County, IN.
1
Start on US 41; US 150
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North 3rd Street
2
Turn straight onto SR 63
63 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
SR 63
Toward Chicago
3
Continue on US 41
47 mi
·
59 min
·
US 41
4
Turn right onto SR 14
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Road 14
5
Turn slight left onto SR 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 14
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 14
18 mi
·
25 min
·
SR 14
7
Turn left onto US 421; SR 14
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 1500 West
8
Turn right onto SR 14
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 14
9
Turn right onto 500 W
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
500 W
10
Arrive at destination
500 W
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 77.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 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 34 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.7 miles or 1h 40m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pulaski County, 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 155.5 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 63 for about 63.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.7 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before SR 63 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.3 miles.
Arriving in Pulaski County, IN
The final approach into Pulaski County, 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 Pulaski County, 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
$24.31 one way
$48.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.69 | $53.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.92 | $59.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.33 | $68.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.33 | $7.46 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.77 | $9.95 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Pulaski County, IN
Late night in Pulaski County on Friday
Local time
2:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Danville, IL
78 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
26 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
3h 30m 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 Pulaski County, IN covers 155.5 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, US 41, SR 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.7 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 $24.31 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.
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Pulaski County, IN is easy. At 3h 30m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 112.4 miles (SR 14 / State Road 14): Navigation decision point; at 124.4 miles (SR 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 142.5 miles (US 421; SR 14 / County Road 1500 West): Navigation decision point.
The route from Terre Haute, IN to Pulaski County, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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