Distance from Indianapolis to Lancaster by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Lancaster (CA) is 1785 miles or 2872 kilometers or 1550 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Lancaster is 2052 miles (3303 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 267 miles or 431 km.

Indianapolis to Lancaster Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Lancaster, CA

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Lancaster, California is 2052 miles or 3303 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Lancaster, CA is 2052 miles or 3303 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Lancaster, California.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Lancaster, California is approximately 2052 miles (3303 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Lancaster, CA

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Lancaster, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Lancaster take?
Indianapolis and Lancaster are 35 hours 59 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 Indianapolis and Lancaster

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Lancaster (CA) is 3 Hours.
Lancaster time is 3 Hours behind Indianapolis.

Current local time in Indianapolis	Current local time in Lancaster
2025-12-17, 06:14:51 EST	2025-12-17, 03:14:51 PST

How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Lancaster California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2052 mi	3303 km	1781.96 nmi
Straight line distance	1785 mi	2872 km	1550 nmi
Difference	267 mi	431 km	231 nmi

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