Distance from Chicago to Indianapolis by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Indianapolis (IN) is 164 miles or 263 kilometers or 142 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Indianapolis is 183 miles (296 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 19 miles or 33 km.

Chicago to Indianapolis Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Indianapolis, IN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Indianapolis, Indiana is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Indianapolis, Indiana is 183 miles or 296 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is 183 miles or 296 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Indianapolis, Indiana is approximately 183 miles (296 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Indianapolis take?
Chicago and Indianapolis are 3 hours 37 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Indianapolis

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Indianapolis (IN) is 1 Hours.
Indianapolis time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Indianapolis
2025-12-19, 13:02:08 CST	2025-12-19, 14:02:08 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Indianapolis Indiana, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	183 mi	296 km	158.92 nmi
Straight line distance	164 mi	263 km	142 nmi
Difference	19 mi	33 km	16 nmi

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