Indianapolis to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Minneapolis?

The distance from Indianapolis to Minneapolis is 510.6 miles (821.8 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 598.3 miles, taking about 11h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Minneapolis. 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.