Indianapolis to Moline: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.1 miles 415.3 km · straight line
302.9 miles actual route 487.4 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Moline?

The distance from Indianapolis to Moline is 258.1 miles (415.3 km) as the crow flies. Moline is located WNW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.9 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Moline in Illinois.

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. 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 Moline. 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 Moline

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Moline

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM