Distance from Indianapolis to Knoxville by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Knoxville (TN) is 291 miles or 468 kilometers or 253 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Knoxville is 357 miles (575 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 66 miles or 107 km.

Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Indianapolis and Knoxville is 291 miles or 468 km.
The nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the nearest airport to Knoxville, is Nashville International Airport (BNA).

What is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Knoxville?

Flight time from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN is 0 hours 40 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Indianapolis to Knoxville Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Knoxville, Tennessee is 357 miles or 575 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN is 357 miles or 575 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Knoxville, Tennessee.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Knoxville, Tennessee is approximately 357 miles (575 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Knoxville, TN?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Knoxville take?
Indianapolis and Knoxville are 6 hours 37 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Indianapolis and Knoxville

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Knoxville (TN) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in IndianapolisCurrent local time in Knoxville
2025-12-19, 22:16:30 EST2025-12-19, 22:16:30 EST
How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Knoxville Tennessee, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 357 mi 575 km 310.02 nmi
Straight line distance 291 mi 468 km 253 nmi
Difference 66 mi 107 km 57 nmi

Indianapolis Details

Indianapolis is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 46' 40.8'' Longitude: W 86° 8' 45''
Latitude39.778
Longitude-86.14584
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Indianapolis

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Knoxville Details

Knoxville is located in Tennessee, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 57' 38.3'' Longitude: W 83° 55' 14.7''
Latitude35.96064
Longitude-83.92074
StateTennessee
Nearest airports to Knoxville

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Indianapolis, IN and Knoxville, TN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 11 hours 58 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 8 hours 59 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 7 hours 59 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 7 hours 11 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 6 hours 32 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 5 hours 59 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 5 hours 31 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 5 hours 8 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 47 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 29 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 13 minutes