How far is Lexington, IN from Terre Haute, IN?
The driving distance from Lexington, IN to Terre Haute, IN is about 165.5 miles (266.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.2 miles (179 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 02h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington and Terre Haute.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington and Terre Haute.
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Start on East Main Street
6 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Cherry Street
1701 ft · 34 sec · South Cherry Street
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Continue on State Road 203
3.1 mi · 6 min · State Road 203
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Turn left
7 mi · 11 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1152 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
76.2 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
753 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
2107 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight right
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
1767 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis
1755 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
63.1 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41, US 150: Terre Haute, Evansville
1066 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · South 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 Lexington and Terre Haute.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
State Road 203
Merge slight left
76.2 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lexington and Showers And Thunderstorms near Terre Haute.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington to Terre Haute?
The road trip is about 165.5 miles (266.3 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Greenwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.6 miles from Lexington and 82.8 miles from Terre Haute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.2 miles (179 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.02 one way or $44.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lexington and Showers And Thunderstorms near Terre Haute.
Stop Ideas Near Greenwood
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington and Terre Haute. Straight-line distance: 111.24 mi (179.02 km).
#1 Lexington
Unincorporated community in Lexington Township, Scott County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 3,533 |
| Coordinates | 38.6522800, -85.6252400 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $3.77 | $22.02 | $44.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.84 | $49.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.18 | $54.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.98 | $61.95 |
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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