Indianapolis to Oshkosh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

318.6 miles 512.7 km · straight line
352.4 miles actual route 567.1 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Oshkosh?

The distance from Indianapolis to Oshkosh is 318.6 miles (512.7 km) as the crow flies. Oshkosh is located NNW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.4 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Oshkosh in Wisconsin.

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 Oshkosh. 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 Oshkosh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Oshkosh

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Oshkosh
44.02°N, 88.54°W
America/Chicago
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 106 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM