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Trip from Trail Creek, IN to Terre Haute, IN

Drive Time

3h 57m

Distance

187.8 mi

302 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

28 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 45m ★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 23m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Trail Creek, IN, IN

Trail Creek, IN

Istvan Gerenyi

Downtown Terre Haute, IN, IN

Terre Haute, IN

Diego F. Parra

Trip Overview

The drive from Trail Creek, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 187.8 miles and takes about 3h 57m 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, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.4 miles on SR 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.52 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

93.9 miles from Trail Creek, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 57m highway drive covering 187.8 miles, with most of the trip on SR 63 and US 41. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.4 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 20 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 63.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 63 and US 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Roeske Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 187.8 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 0.3 miles (South Roeske Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 26 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | South Roeske Avenue

Turn left onto South Roeske Avenue

Navigation decision point

8
26 mi into trip | ~34m in

Take the exit toward I 65: Gary, Toll Road, Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 12 Toward I 65: Gary, Toll Road, Indianapolis
6
26.7 mi into trip | ~35m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South, I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Indianapolis, Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 65 South, I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 W...
7
26.8 mi into trip | ~35m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Indianapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
7
65.7 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward SR 14: Winamac

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 220 Toward SR 14: Winamac

Towns Along This Route

Between Trail Creek, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Chicago.

Indianapolis

26 mi in | ~34m

Chicago

26.7 mi in | ~35m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 63 63.4 mi 1h 20m
US 41 48.9 mi 1h 3m
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway 38.5 mi 42m
I 94 21.5 mi 24m
State Road 14 9.2 mi 12m
US 20 1.2 mi 2m
Franklin Street 1.2 mi 2m
South Woodland Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: SR 63 — 63.4 mi, about 1h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Trail Creek, IN and Terre Haute, IN.

1

Start on Whipporwill Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Whipporwill Avenue
2

Turn left onto South Roeske Avenue

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Roeske Avenue
3

At end of road, turn right onto East Coolspring Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Coolspring Avenue
4

Turn left onto South Woodland Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Woodland Avenue
5

Turn right onto US 20

1.2 mi · 2 min · US 20
6

Turn left onto US 421

1.2 mi · 2 min · Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
8

Merge onto I 94

22 mi · 24 min · I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 51 sec
Exit 12 Toward I 65: Gary, Toll Road, Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 9 sec
Toward I 65 South, I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Indianapolis, Chicago
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis Use the slight left lane.
12

Merge onto I 65

38 mi · 42 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 46 sec
Exit 220 Toward SR 14: Winamac Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn right onto SR 14

9.2 mi · 12 min · State Road 14
15

Turn left onto US 41

26 mi · 32 min · US 41
16

Keep slight left at fork onto US 41

22 mi · 26 min · US 41
17

Continue on SR 63

63 mi · 1 hr 20 min · SR 63
18

Continue on US 41

1.9 mi · 4 min · US 41
19

Continue on US 41; US 150

132 ft · 11 sec · North 3rd Street
20

Arrive at destination

US 41; US 150

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 93.9 miles from Trail Creek, IN, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 93.9 miles or 1h 56m 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Trail Creek, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

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 Trail Creek, IN

This is one driving day of about 187.8 miles and 3h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Trail Creek, 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 63.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 93.9 mi from Trail Creek, IN · 1h 56m into the drive

Downtown Orland Park, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

94 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orland Park, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 93.9 miles from Trail Creek, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before SR 63 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 miles.

Arriving in Terre Haute, IN

The final approach into Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park

National Park

Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...

3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 near mile 12.9
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.52 one way

$57.05 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $31.45 $62.89
premium $4.80 $35.45 $70.91
diesel $5.64 $41.72 $83.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 65.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

28 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Terre Haute, IN

Tesla

23 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Merrillville, IN

Tesla

22 DCFC

Michigan City - Tesla Supercharger

Michigan City, IN

Tesla

20 DCFC

Indian Boundary Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Chesterton, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Fair Oaks Farms (North) - Tesla Supercharger

Fair Oaks, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Fair Oaks Farms - Tesla Supercharger

Fair Oaks, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

John T. McCutcheon Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Portage, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

George Ade Travel Plaza Eastbound - Tesla Supercharger

Portage, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 8 RED_E: 5 ChargePoint Network: 4 EV Connect: 4 Electrify America: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 2 Blink Network: 1 Non-Networked: 1 IONNA: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.3 0 $19.72 $9.01
Efficient EV 47 0 $16.43 $7.51
EV Truck/SUV 75.1 0 $26.29 $12.02

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Trail Creek, IN

Afternoon in Trail Creek on Monday

Local time

12:30 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 to 15 mph 22% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:34PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:27PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Destination

Terre Haute, IN

Afternoon in Terre Haute on Monday

Local time

1:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 16 mph 28% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:34PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:27PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis 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 later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

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

3h 57m 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 Trail Creek, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 187.8 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, US 41, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.9 miles from Trail Creek, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.52 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 187.8 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 0.3 miles (South Roeske Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 26 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Trail Creek, IN and Terre Haute, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Chicago.

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