Columbia, South Carolina to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Indianapolis?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Indianapolis is 488.6 miles (786.4 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located NW of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 597.9 miles, taking about 11h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina 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. 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 Columbia, South Carolina 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.