Indianapolis to Richmond, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

67.4 miles 108.5 km · straight line
73.1 miles actual route 117.7 km · driving distance
1h 31min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
86° E bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Richmond, Indiana?

The distance from Indianapolis to Richmond, Indiana is 67.4 miles (108.5 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Indiana is located E of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.1 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis and Richmond, Indiana. 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 Richmond, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 31min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 49min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Richmond, Indiana

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
Richmond, Indiana
39.83°N, 84.89°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 369.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM