Edison to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

622.1 miles 1001.2 km · straight line
699.9 miles actual route 1126.3 km · driving distance
13h 20min estimated drive time
$67 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Edison from Indianapolis?

The distance from Edison to Indianapolis is 622.1 miles (1001.2 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located W of Edison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 699.9 miles, taking about 13h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Edison in New Jersey and Indianapolis in Indiana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Edison 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 Edison to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 20min $67 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 0min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~17h 20min $84–$245* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edison & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m 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 207 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM