How far is Howard, IN from Terre Haute, IN?
The driving distance from Howard, IN to Terre Haute, IN is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated town in Vermillion County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Howard and Terre Haute.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Howard and Terre Haute.
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Start on County Road 1025N
128 m · 23 sec · County Road 1025N
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Turn left
876 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
527 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Melon Road
1 mi · 4 min · Melon Road
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Turn left onto County Road 1125N
1345 ft · 59 sec · County Road 1125N
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Continue on County Road 780W
1296 ft · 57 sec · County Road 780W
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Continue on County Road 249
626 ft · 29 sec · County Road 249
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Turn right onto County Road 790W
2697 ft · 2 min · County Road 790W
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Continue on County Road 1200N
1.5 km · 4 min · County Road 1200N
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Continue on Perry Street
610 ft · 29 sec · Perry Street
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Turn right
619 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
33.6 mi · 43 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 4 min
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Continue on North 3rd Street
40 m · 11 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Howard and Terre Haute.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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33.6 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Patchy Fog leaving Howard and Sunny near Terre Haute.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Howard to Terre Haute?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Highland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Howard and 21.1 miles from Terre Haute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.45 one way or $10.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Howard and Sunny near Terre Haute.
Stop Ideas Near Highland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Highland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Howard and Terre Haute. Straight-line distance: 31.12 mi (50.08 km).
#1 Howard
Unincorporated town in Liberty Township, Parke County, Indiana, USA
| Population | 340 |
| Coordinates | 39.9161500, -87.3755700 |
| Altitude | 169 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Terre Haute
The most populous city in Vigo County, Indiana.
| Population | 60,410 |
| Coordinates | 39.4667000, -87.4139100 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 41 (-87.413868, 39.4667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.68 | $5.45 | $10.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| Diesel | $6.68 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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