Cleveland, Ohio to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.8 miles 422.9 km · straight line
317.1 miles actual route 510.3 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cleveland, Ohio from Indianapolis?

The distance from Cleveland, Ohio to Indianapolis is 262.8 miles (422.9 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located WSW of Cleveland, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.1 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Cleveland, Ohio 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 Cleveland, Ohio 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 Cleveland, Ohio to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cleveland, Ohio & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Cleveland, Ohio
41.50°N, 81.69°W
America/New_York
199m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM