The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Wheatfield, IN covers 145.4 miles and takes about 3h 9m 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, State Road 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 $22.73 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
72.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 145.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 9m highway drive covering 145.4 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 15 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 Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Terre Haute, IN to Wheatfield, IN is easy. At 3h 9m with 82% 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 121.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 130.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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112.4 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|SR 14 / State Road 14
Turn right onto SR 14 / State Road 14
Navigation decision point
4
121.9 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
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130.8 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward SR 10: Roselawn, Demotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 230
Toward SR 10: Roselawn, Demotte
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140 mi into trip|~3h in|SR 10 / County Road 1200
Turn right onto SR 10 / County Road 1200
Navigation decision point
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145 mi into trip|~3h 7m in|South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Terre Haute, IN to Wheatfield, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Demotte along the way.
Demotte
130.8 mi in|~2h 47m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 63
63.3 mi
1h 20m
US 41
47.3 mi
59m
State Road 14
9.5 mi
13m
I 65
8.4 mi
9m
County Road 1200
5 mi
6m
West State Road 10
3.4 mi
4m
West State Road 110
2.5 mi
3m
North 3rd Street
1.8 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 Wheatfield, IN.
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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
9.5 mi·13 min·State Road 14
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 65
8.4 mi·9 min·I 65
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 230Toward SR 10: Roselawn, DemotteUse the right lane.
8
Turn right onto SR 10
3.4 mi·4 min·West State Road 10
9
Continue on SR 110
2.5 mi·3 min·West State Road 110
10
Turn left onto US 231
1.6 mi·2 min·Madison Street
11
Continue on US 231
1.4 mi·1 min·County Road 550
12
Turn right onto SR 10
5.0 mi·6 min·County Road 1200
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·South Main Street
14
Turn left onto Grove Street
200 ft·8 sec·Grove Street
15
Arrive at destination
Grove 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 72.7 miles from Terre Haute, IN, or about 1h 34m 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 32 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wheatfield, 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 145.4 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 72.7 mi from Terre Haute, IN
· 1h 34m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.6
0
$15.27
$6.98
Efficient EV
36.4
0
$12.72
$5.82
EV Truck/SUV
58.2
0
$20.36
$9.31
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Terre Haute, IN
Morning
in Terre Haute on Friday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
WSW 12 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Wheatfield, IN
Morning
in Wheatfield on Friday
Local time
8:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Covington, IN
73 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
28 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 9m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Wheatfield, IN covers 145.4 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, US 41, State Road 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 72.7 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 $22.73 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 Wheatfield, IN is easy. At 3h 9m with 82% 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 121.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 130.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Terre Haute, IN to Wheatfield, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Demotte along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
