Danville, Kentucky to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.6 miles 264.9 km · straight line
193.9 miles actual route 312 km · driving distance
3h 43min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is Danville, Kentucky from Indianapolis?

The distance from Danville, Kentucky to Indianapolis is 164.6 miles (264.9 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located NNW of Danville, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.9 miles, taking about 3h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Kentucky in Kentucky 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. 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 Danville, Kentucky 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 Danville, Kentucky to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 43min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 28min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 32min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Kentucky & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Danville, Kentucky
37.65°N, 84.77°W
America/New_York
300m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM