How far is Terre Haute, IN from Spencer, IN?
The driving distance from Terre Haute, IN to Spencer, IN is about 44.7 miles (72 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 03m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre Haute and Spencer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute and Spencer.
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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
2846 ft · 1 min · West Morgan Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
37 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Terre Haute and Spencer.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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20.4 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Terre Haute and Sunny near Spencer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre Haute to Spencer?
The road trip is about 44.7 miles (72 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.3 miles from Terre Haute and 22.4 miles from Spencer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.96 one way or $11.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Terre Haute and Sunny near Spencer.
Stop Ideas Near Center Point
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 Center Point.
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Indianapolis Union Station
Danville, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terre Haute and Spencer. Straight-line distance: 36.95 mi (59.46 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 Spencer
Town in Washington Township, Owen County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,262 |
| Coordinates | 39.2867100, -86.7625100 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spencer (-86.76251, 39.28671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.35 | $14.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
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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