Evansville to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145 miles 233.3 km · straight line
167.1 miles actual route 269 km · driving distance
3h 13min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Evansville from Indianapolis?

The distance from Evansville to Indianapolis is 145 miles (233.3 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located NNE of Evansville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167.1 miles, taking about 3h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States.

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 Evansville 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 Evansville to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 13min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 52min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 3min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Evansville & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Evansville
37.97°N, 87.56°W
America/Chicago
118m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM