Albany, New York to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

674 miles 1084.7 km · straight line
783.5 miles actual route 1260.9 km · driving distance
15h 3min estimated drive time
$75 - $93 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Indianapolis?

The distance from Albany, New York to Indianapolis is 674 miles (1084.7 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 783.5 miles, taking about 15h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Indianapolis in Indiana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Albany, New York 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 Albany, New York to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 3min $75 - $93 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 4min $63–$118* Budget
Train ~19h 34min $94–$274* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m 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 225 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM