How far is Terre Haute, IN from Sullivan, IN?
The driving distance from Terre Haute, IN to Sullivan, IN is about 27 miles (43.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terre Haute and Sullivan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terre Haute and Sullivan.
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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
22.3 mi · 32 min · South 3rd Street
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Take the exit slight left toward North Section Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North Section Street
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Turn left onto West Wall Street
1065 ft · 49 sec · West Wall Street
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Turn right onto North State Street
118 m · 17 sec · North State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Terre Haute and Sullivan.
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.
South 3rd Street
Turn right onto South 3rd Street
22.3 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sullivan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terre Haute to Sullivan?
The road trip is about 27 miles (43.4 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Farmersburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Terre Haute and 13.5 miles from Sullivan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.67 one way or $7.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Terre Haute and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sullivan.
Stop Ideas Near Farmersburg
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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 Sullivan. Straight-line distance: 25.66 mi (41.3 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 Sullivan
City in the U.
| Population | 4,089 |
| Coordinates | 39.0953200, -87.4058500 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sullivan (-87.40585, 39.09532)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.86 | $3.67 | $7.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.23 | $8.46 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
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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