How far is Oakland City, IN from Terre Haute, IN?
The driving distance from Oakland City, IN to Terre Haute, IN is about 89 miles (143.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78 miles (125.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 01h 45m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland City and Terre Haute.
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Start on North Main Street
1881 ft · 40 sec · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Morton Street
14.5 mi · 24 min · West Morton Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1751 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
55.9 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 41 North
Take the exit slight right toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
55.9 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Oakland City to Terre Haute?
The road trip is about 89 miles (143.2 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Busseron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Oakland City and 40.9 miles from Terre Haute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78 miles (125.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.84 one way or $23.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Oakland City and Terre Haute, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Oakland City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Terre Haute.
Stop Ideas Near Busseron
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakland City and Terre Haute. Straight-line distance: 78.03 mi (125.57 km).
#1 Oakland City
City in Gibson County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 2,404 |
| Coordinates | 38.3386600, -87.3450100 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| 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: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.84 | $23.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.35 | $26.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.61 | $29.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.65 | $33.31 |
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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