Indianapolis to Knoxville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290 miles 466.7 km · straight line
356.7 miles actual route 574.1 km · driving distance
6h 36min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Knoxville?

The distance from Indianapolis to Knoxville is 290 miles (466.7 km) as the crow flies. Knoxville is located SSE of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356.7 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Knoxville in Tennessee.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Knoxville. 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 Knoxville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 36min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 55min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 16min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Knoxville

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Knoxville
35.96°N, 83.92°W
America/New_York
276m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM