Indianapolis to Midland, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1038.1 miles 1670.6 km · straight line
1164.6 miles actual route 1874.3 km · driving distance
21h 2min estimated drive time
$112 - $138 estimated fuel cost
~2h 35min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Midland, Texas?

The distance from Indianapolis to Midland, Texas is 1038.1 miles (1670.6 km) as the crow flies. Midland, Texas is located WSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1164.6 miles, taking about 21h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Midland, Texas in Texas.

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 Midland, Texas. 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 Midland, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 2min $112 - $138 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 14min $93–$175* Budget
Train ~27h 21min $140–$408* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Midland, Texas

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Midland, Texas
32.00°N, 102.08°W
America/Chicago
848m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 346 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 87 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM