Indianapolis to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

328.9 miles 529.3 km · straight line
358.7 miles actual route 577.3 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Indianapolis to Pittsburgh is 328.9 miles (529.3 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located E of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.7 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 110 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 75.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM