Indianapolis to Leavenworth, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

467.9 miles 753 km · straight line
516.7 miles actual route 831.5 km · driving distance
9h 53min estimated drive time
$50 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Leavenworth, Kansas?

The distance from Indianapolis to Leavenworth, Kansas is 467.9 miles (753 km) as the crow flies. Leavenworth, Kansas is located W of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 516.7 miles, taking about 9h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Leavenworth, Kansas in Kansas.

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 Indianapolis and Leavenworth, Kansas. 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 Leavenworth, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 53min $50 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 52min $41–$78* Budget
Train ~9h 23min $62–$181* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Leavenworth, Kansas

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Leavenworth, Kansas
39.31°N, 94.92°W
America/Chicago
256m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 156 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM