Indianapolis to Ozark: Road Trip Guide & Distance

426.1 miles 685.7 km · straight line
468 miles actual route 753.1 km · driving distance
8h 44min estimated drive time
$45 - $55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Ozark?

The distance from Indianapolis to Ozark is 426.1 miles (685.7 km) as the crow flies. Ozark is located WSW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 468 miles, taking about 8h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Ozark in Missouri.

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 Ozark. 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 Ozark

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 44min $45 - $55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 29min $37–$70* Budget
Train ~8h 18min $56–$164* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Ozark

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 142 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM