How far is Terre Haute, IN from East Chicago, IN?
The driving distance from Terre Haute, IN to East Chicago, IN is about 157.3 miles (253.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.1 miles (241.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre Haute and East Chicago.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute and East Chicago.
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Start on North 3rd Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North 3rd Street
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Turn straight onto Chicago
63.3 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
80.6 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Continue on Indianapolis Boulevard
7.4 mi · 15 min · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Turn right onto 165th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 165th Street
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Turn left onto Kennedy Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Kennedy Avenue
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Continue on Huish Drive
3017 ft · 1 min · Huish Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Chicago Avenue
1510 ft · 38 sec · East Chicago Avenue
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Turn left onto Euclid Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Euclid Avenue
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Turn left onto East Columbus Drive
23 m · 1 sec · East Columbus Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Columbus Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Terre Haute and East Chicago.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Chicago
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80.6 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chicago.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre Haute to East Chicago?
The road trip is about 157.3 miles (253.2 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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?
Boswell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.7 miles from Terre Haute and 78.6 miles from East Chicago.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.1 miles (241.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 9:50 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.93 one way or $41.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Terre Haute and East Chicago, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms near East Chicago.
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
Danville, Illinois
Rensselaer
Gilman
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terre Haute and East Chicago. Straight-line distance: 150.12 mi (241.6 km).
#1 Terre Haute
The most populous city in Vigo County, Indiana.
| Population | 60,410 |
| Coordinates | 39.4667000, -87.4139100 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Chicago
City in Lake County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 27,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.6392000, -87.4547600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Chicago (-87.45476, 41.6392)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.93 | $41.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.60 | $47.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.44 | $58.87 |
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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