Indianapolis to Janesville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

250.3 miles 402.8 km · straight line
291.3 miles actual route 468.8 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Janesville?

The distance from Indianapolis to Janesville is 250.3 miles (402.8 km) as the crow flies. Janesville is located NW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.3 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Janesville in Wisconsin.

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. 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 Indianapolis and Janesville. 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 Indianapolis to Janesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Janesville

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Janesville
42.68°N, 89.02°W
America/Chicago
255m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM