How far is Simonton Lake, IN from Terre Haute, IN?
The driving distance from Simonton Lake, IN to Terre Haute, IN is about 238.2 miles (383.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 175.2 miles (281.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 56m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Human settlement in Newton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Simonton Lake and Terre Haute.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simonton Lake and Terre Haute.
-
1
Start on Cassopolis Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Cassopolis Street
-
2
Take the ramp left toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
544 ft · 13 sec
-
3
Continue on I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
922 ft · 22 sec
-
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
1320 ft · 32 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
70.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Indiana Toll Road
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
3216 ft · 1 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
543 ft · 13 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West, I 80 West
2.9 mi · 4 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Gary, Toll Road, Indianapolis
1 km · 52 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South, I 80 West, I 94 West, US 6 West: Indianapolis, Chicago
618 ft · 10 sec
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Indianapolis
2686 ft · 60 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
38.5 mi · 43 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 14: Winamac
2432 ft · 46 sec
-
14
Turn right onto State Road 14
9.2 mi · 13 min · State Road 14
-
15
Turn left
25.5 mi · 33 min
-
16
Keep slight left
21.6 mi · 27 min
-
17
Continue straight
63.4 mi · 1 hr 21 min
-
18
Continue straight
1.9 mi · 4 min
-
19
Continue on North 3rd Street
40 m · 11 sec · North 3rd Street
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Simonton Lake 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.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
70.7 mi · 01h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Simonton Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Terre Haute.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Simonton Lake to Terre Haute?
The road trip is about 238.2 miles (383.4 km) and usually takes 03h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mount Ayr is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119 miles from Simonton Lake and 119.2 miles from Terre Haute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 175.2 miles (281.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 63 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.71 one way or $63.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Simonton Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Terre Haute.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Ayr
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 Mount Ayr.
Rensselaer
Kankakee
Gilman
Dyer station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Simonton Lake and Terre Haute. Straight-line distance: 175.14 mi (281.86 km).
#1 Simonton Lake
Census-designated place in Elkhart County, Indiana
| Population | 4,678 |
| Coordinates | 41.7542200, -85.9750000 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| 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: 383 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $31.71 | $63.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.77 | $71.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.14 | $78.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $44.61 | $89.21 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.