Bettendorf to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.6 miles 416.2 km · straight line
304.1 miles actual route 489.4 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Indianapolis?

The distance from Bettendorf to Indianapolis is 258.6 miles (416.2 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located ESE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.1 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM