Edwardsville to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.4 miles 343.5 km · straight line
225.6 miles actual route 363 km · driving distance
4h 18min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
71° ENE bearing direction

How far is Edwardsville from Indianapolis?

The distance from Edwardsville to Indianapolis is 213.4 miles (343.5 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located ENE of Edwardsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.6 miles, taking about 4h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Edwardsville in Illinois 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. 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 Edwardsville 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 Edwardsville to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 18min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 10min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 5min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edwardsville & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Edwardsville
38.81°N, 89.95°W
America/Chicago
165m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM