Erie to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Erie from Indianapolis?

The distance from Erie to Indianapolis is 356.3 miles (573.4 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located WSW of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 412.5 miles, taking about 7h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Erie in Pennsylvania 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 Erie 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.