How far is Ripley, IN from Terre Haute, IN?
The driving distance from Ripley, IN to Terre Haute, IN is about 158.8 miles (255.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.7 miles (192.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 34m 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 02h 47m.
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.
Town in Grant Township, Benton County, Indiana, United State
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ripley and Terre Haute.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ripley and Terre Haute.
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Start on 300 W
1.1 mi · 4 min · 300 W
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 200 N
22 m · 9 sec · 200 N
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Turn left onto North 300 W
2 mi · 8 min · North 300 W
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Turn right
12.1 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto County Road 1500 West
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 1500 West
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Turn right onto County Road 200 South
18 mi · 25 min · County Road 200 South
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Turn slight left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
11.1 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
25.5 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left
21.6 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
63.4 mi · 1 hr 21 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 Ripley and Terre Haute.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 200 South
Continue straight
63.4 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ripley and Mostly Sunny near Terre Haute.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ripley to Terre Haute?
The road trip is about 158.8 miles (255.5 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Boswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.8 miles from Ripley and 78.9 miles from Terre Haute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.7 miles (192.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.1 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 12:56 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.81 one way or $41.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ripley and Mostly Sunny near Terre Haute.
Stop Ideas Near Boswell
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 Boswell.
Lafayette station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ripley and Terre Haute. Straight-line distance: 119.68 mi (192.6 km).
#1 Ripley
Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 972 |
| Coordinates | 41.1006000, -86.6602900 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| 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: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $3.72 | $20.81 | $41.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $24.21 | $48.42 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $27.14 | $54.28 |
| Diesel | $6.71 | $37.59 | $75.17 |
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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