Indianapolis to Los Angeles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Los Angeles?

The distance from Indianapolis to Los Angeles is 1805.8 miles (2906.1 km) as the crow flies. Los Angeles is located W of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2069.4 miles, taking about 36h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 8min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Los Angeles in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Los Angeles. 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.