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When to visit
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Terre Haute travel guide

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With a population of 60,785, Terre Haute is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Terre Haute deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Terre Haute

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stables Steakhouse (939 Poplar Street) and Bar Bosco (800 S 7th St) are great picks.

When to visit Terre Haute

Terre Haute in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Terre Haute in December
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Terre Haute in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Terre Haute, with an average rainfall of 2.3″.

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How to Get to Terre Haute

Plane

Although Terre Haute doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Champaign University-Willard (CMI), which is located 61 miles from Terre Haute. Evansville Dress Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Terre Haute departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Terre Haute. The train journey from Terre Haute to Chicago takes 4h 54m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $124 for a 18h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Terre Haute is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 167 miles from Terre Haute. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Terre Haute, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Terre Haute takes 220 miles and will cost you around $73. From Detroit, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 300 miles.

Plane

Although Terre Haute doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Champaign University-Willard (CMI), which is located 61 miles from Terre Haute. Evansville Dress Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Terre Haute departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Terre Haute. The train journey from Terre Haute to Chicago takes 4h 54m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $124 for a 18h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Terre Haute is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 167 miles from Terre Haute. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Terre Haute, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Terre Haute takes 220 miles and will cost you around $73. From Detroit, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 300 miles.

Airports near Terre Haute

EVVEvansville Dress Regional
INDIndianapolis
CMIChampaign University-Willard

Airlines serving Terre Haute

Lufthansa
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KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
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Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ITA Airways
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Ethiopian Air
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Aer Lingus
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Where to stay in Terre Haute

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Red Carpet Inn Terre Haute and Sleep Inn Terre Haute University Area.

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Where to stay in popular areas of Terre Haute

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Drury Inn & Suites Terre Haute
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1511 reviews)
$135+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Terre Haute
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 779 reviews)
$114+
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Sleep Inn Terre Haute University Area
2 stars
Good (7, 743 reviews)
$71+
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Quality Inn Terre Haute University Area
2 stars
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$69+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Terre Haute
2 stars
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$58+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Terre Haute
2 stars
Okay (4.6, 351 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Terre Haute

Renting a car in Terre Haute costs $118 per day, on average, or $235 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Indianapolis.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Terre Haute (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Terre Haute, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Terre Haute costs $118 per day, on average, or $235 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Indianapolis.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Terre Haute (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Terre Haute, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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