Hays to Indianola: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hays from Indianola?

The distance from Hays to Indianola is 349.5 miles (562.5 km) as the crow flies. Indianola is located ENE of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419.4 miles, taking about 8h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas and Indianola in Iowa.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hays and Indianola. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.