Chicago to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Indianapolis?

The distance from Chicago to Indianapolis is 164.8 miles (265.3 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located SSE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.7 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chicago 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.