Durham, North Carolina to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

473.8 miles 762.5 km · straight line
592 miles actual route 952.8 km · driving distance
11h 33min estimated drive time
$57 - $70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Indianapolis?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Indianapolis is 473.8 miles (762.5 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located NW of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 592 miles, taking about 11h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North 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 Durham, North 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.

How to Get from Durham, North Carolina to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 33min $57 - $70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 52min $47–$89* Budget
Train ~10h 58min $71–$207* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m 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 158 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM