Akron to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.3 miles 418.9 km · straight line
299.3 miles actual route 481.7 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Indianapolis?

The distance from Akron to Indianapolis is 260.3 miles (418.9 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located WSW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 299.3 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Indianapolis in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Indianapolis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM