Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Morning in Terre Haute on Monday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Terre Haute, IN to Rome City, IN
Drive Time
4h 38m
Distance
232.8 mi
375 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 25m
★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m
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
Rome City, IN
Paolo Bici
Trip Overview
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Rome City, IN covers 232.8 miles and takes about 4h 38m 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, Lima Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.9 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.36 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
116.4 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Rome City, IN covers 232.8 miles and takes about 4h 38m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 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 109.9 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.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 232.8 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 pointsThese 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.
7
200.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 109.9 mi | 1h 59m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 75.3 mi | 1h 25m |
| Lima Road | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| SR 3 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| SR 9 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 700 North | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North Keystone Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 109.9 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Rome City, 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
107 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto US 27
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Lima Road
18
Continue on SR 3
11 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 3
19
Turn left onto US 6
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Street
20
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 700 North
21
Turn right onto SR 9
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 9
22
Turn right onto Lake Street
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Lake Street
23
Arrive at destination
Lake Street
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 116.4 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.9 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.4 miles or 2h 20m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rome City, 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 232.8 miles and 4h 38m.
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 I 69 for about 109.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.4 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 116.4 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 I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.9 miles.
Arriving in Rome City, IN
The final approach into Rome City, 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 Rome City, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.36 one way
$70.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.98 | $77.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $43.95 | $87.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.72 | $103.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.8 | 0 | $24.44 | $11.17 |
| Efficient EV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.37 | $9.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.1 | 1 | $32.59 | $14.90 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Rome City, IN
Morning in Rome City on Monday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
21 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 38m 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 Rome City, IN covers 232.8 miles and takes about 4h 38m 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, Lima Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116.4 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 $35.36 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 232.8 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 Rome City, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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