Columbia, Missouri to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

334.7 miles 538.6 km · straight line
359.7 miles actual route 578.9 km · driving distance
6h 54min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Indianapolis?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Indianapolis is 334.7 miles (538.6 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located ENE of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.7 miles, taking about 6h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 54min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 17min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 33min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 112 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM