Distance from Los Angeles to Indianapolis by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Los Angeles (CA) to Indianapolis (IN) is 1807 miles or 2908 kilometers or 1569 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Los Angeles to Indianapolis is 2066 miles (3325 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 259 miles or 417 km.

Flight distance from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Los Angeles and Indianapolis is 1807 miles or 2908 km.
The nearest airport to Los Angeles, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and the nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND).

What is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Flight time from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN is 4 hours 9 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Los Angeles to Indianapolis Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN

The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Indianapolis, Indiana is 2066 miles or 3325 km.
The total driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN is 2066 miles or 3325 kilometers. Your trip begins in Los Angeles, California. It ends in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Indianapolis, Indiana is approximately 2066 miles (3325 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 36 to 37 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to Indianapolis, IN?
The total driving time is 36 hours, 16 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Los Angeles to Indianapolis take?
Los Angeles and Indianapolis are 36 hours 16 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 Los Angeles and Indianapolis

Time difference between Los Angeles (CA) and Indianapolis (IN) is 3 Hours.
Indianapolis time is 3 Hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Current local time in Los AngelesCurrent local time in Indianapolis
2025-12-18, 08:04:25 PST2025-12-18, 11:04:25 EST
How Far is it Between Los Angeles California, USA and Indianapolis Indiana, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2066 mi 3325 km 1794.11 nmi
Straight line distance 1807 mi 2908 km 1569 nmi
Difference 259 mi 417 km 225 nmi

Los Angeles Details

Los Angeles is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 8'' Longitude: W 118° 14' 37.2''
Latitude34.05223
Longitude-118.24368
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Los Angeles

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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Los Angeles, CA and Indianapolis, IN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 69 hours 16 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 51 hours 57 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 46 hours 10 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 41 hours 33 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 37 hours 47 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 34 hours 38 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 58 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 29 hours 41 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 42 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 58 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 24 hours 26 minutes