Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Afternoon in Terre Haute on Thursday
Local time
1:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Terre Haute, IN to Union City, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
177.7 mi
286 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 33m
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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Union City, IN
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Union City, IN covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 70, South 800 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.78 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
88.9 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 177.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Union City, IN covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 40m, 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.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 75.3 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 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 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.
6
78.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
146.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 151
Toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
6
147.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 151
Toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 75.3 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 70 | 68.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| South 800 East | 9.1 mi | 15m |
| Cross Street | 6 mi | 6m |
| US 36 | 6 mi | 8m |
| Chester Boulevard | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South 3rd Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute, IN and Union 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
68 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 151
Toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
10
Keep slight left at fork
408 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 151
Toward US 27: Chester Boulevard
11
Merge onto US 27
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Chester Boulevard
12
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
Chester Blvd
13
Continue on US 27
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Street
14
Continue on US 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Turn right onto US 36
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 36
16
Turn left onto SR 227
9.1 mi
·
15 min
·
South 800 East
17
Continue on SR 32
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Chestnut Street
18
Turn left
71 ft
·
2 sec
19
Turn right onto South Jackson Pike
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jackson Pike
20
Turn right onto West Hickory Street
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Hickory Street
21
Turn left onto SR 28
257 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Columbia Street
22
Turn left onto West Division Street
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Division Street
23
Arrive at destination
West Division 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 88.9 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 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 39 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 44m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union 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 177.7 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 75.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.9 mi from Terre Haute, IN · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.9 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.3 miles.
Arriving in Union City, IN
The final approach into Union 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 Union City, 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
$27.78 one way
$55.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.50 | $61.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.20 | $68.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.23 | $78.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.1 | 0 | $24.88 | $11.37 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Union City, IN
Afternoon in Union City on Thursday
Local time
1:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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 40m 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 Union City, IN covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 70, South 800 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.9 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 $27.78 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 3.3 miles (I 70; US 40 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Terre Haute, IN to Union City, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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