Birmingham, Alabama to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

433.2 miles 697.1 km · straight line
478.5 miles actual route 770 km · driving distance
8h 49min estimated drive time
$46 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Indianapolis?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Indianapolis is 433.2 miles (697.1 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located N of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478.5 miles, taking about 8h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Indianapolis in Indiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 49min $46 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 35min $38–$72* Budget
Train ~8h 23min $57–$167* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m 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 144 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM