How far is Terre Haute, IN from Orleans, IN?
The driving distance from Terre Haute, IN to Orleans, IN is about 98.4 miles (158.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 27m 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 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Monroe County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre Haute and Orleans.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute and Orleans.
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Start on North 3rd Street
90 m · 16 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Cherry Street
777 ft · 19 sec · Cherry Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
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Turn left onto Hulman Street
954 ft · 27 sec · Hulman Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South 3rd Street
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Turn left
1339 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
15.2 mi · 17 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
1730 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto State Route 59
5 mi · 7 min · State Route 59
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Turn left
20.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto West Morgan Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Morgan Street
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Continue on State Road 46
7.8 mi · 11 min · State Road 46
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Continue on West Temperance Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West Temperance Street
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Continue on State Road 46
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Road 46
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Take the exit slight right
6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 37 South: Bedford
34 mi · 42 min
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Turn left onto East Washington Street
95 m · 6 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Terre Haute and Orleans.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SR 37 South
Keep slight right to continue on SR 37 South: Bedford
34 mi · 00h 42m
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 Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms near Orleans.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre Haute to Orleans?
The road trip is about 98.4 miles (158.3 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Stinesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Terre Haute and 49.2 miles from Orleans.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 2:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.09 one way or $26.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms near Orleans.
Stop Ideas Near Stinesville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terre Haute and Orleans. Straight-line distance: 75.88 mi (122.12 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 Orleans
Town in Indiana, USA
| Population | 2,107 |
| Coordinates | 38.6617200, -86.4516600 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orleans (-86.45166, 38.66172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.09 | $26.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.76 | $29.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.15 | $32.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.40 | $36.81 |
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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