Germantown, Maryland to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

475.5 miles 765.3 km · straight line
547.6 miles actual route 881.2 km · driving distance
10h 38min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Indianapolis?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Indianapolis is 475.5 miles (765.3 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located W of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 547.6 miles, taking about 10h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland in Maryland 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 Germantown, Maryland 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 Germantown, Maryland to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 38min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 46min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~10h 6min $66–$192* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Germantown, Maryland & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m 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 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM