Indiana road trips
Best Road Trips in Indiana
20 popular Indiana drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Editor's picks
Top Indiana Drives Right Now
Curated short-distance Indiana routes — the most popular, lowest-cost picks.
Indianapolis, IN → Chicago, IL
185 mi · 3.0 h · ~$21 gas
Indianapolis, IN → Louisville, KY
126 mi · 2.0 h · ~$14 gas
Indianapolis, IN → Milwaukee, WI
287 mi · 4.6 h · ~$33 gas
Indianapolis, IN → St. Louis, MO
272 mi · 4.4 h · ~$31 gas
Columbus, OH → Indianapolis, IN
199 mi · 3.2 h · ~$23 gas
Indianapolis, IN → Detroit, MI
283 mi · 4.6 h · ~$32 gas
Our Indiana road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Indiana metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.20/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.20/gal Indiana regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Indiana origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Miami → Indianapolis
The headline Indiana road trip — 1213 miles, about 19.6 hours of driving and roughly $139 in gas at $3.20/gal.
More top Indiana drives (19)
Orlando → Indianapolis
970 mi · ~15.6 h · ~$111 gas
Open tripNew York → Indianapolis
759 mi · ~12.2 h · ~$87 gas
Open tripNewark → Indianapolis
750 mi · ~12.1 h · ~$86 gas
Open tripAtlantic City → Indianapolis
738 mi · ~11.9 h · ~$84 gas
Open tripSavannah → Indianapolis
710 mi · ~11.5 h · ~$81 gas
Open tripCharleston → Indianapolis
701 mi · ~11.3 h · ~$80 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Indianapolis
688 mi · ~11.1 h · ~$79 gas
Open tripSyracuse → Indianapolis
667 mi · ~10.8 h · ~$76 gas
Open tripWilmington → Indianapolis
665 mi · ~10.7 h · ~$76 gas
Open tripScranton → Indianapolis
663 mi · ~10.7 h · ~$76 gas
Open tripBaltimore → Indianapolis
602 mi · ~9.7 h · ~$69 gas
Open tripRochester → Indianapolis
591 mi · ~9.5 h · ~$68 gas
Open tripAugusta → Indianapolis
582 mi · ~9.4 h · ~$67 gas
Open tripHarrisburg → Indianapolis
581 mi · ~9.4 h · ~$66 gas
Open tripWashington → Indianapolis
579 mi · ~9.3 h · ~$66 gas
Open tripColumbia → Indianapolis
577 mi · ~9.3 h · ~$66 gas
Open tripBuffalo → Indianapolis
513 mi · ~8.3 h · ~$59 gas
Open tripAtlanta → Indianapolis
504 mi · ~8.1 h · ~$58 gas
Open tripPittsburgh → Indianapolis
389 mi · ~6.3 h · ~$44 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Indiana
Top Indiana road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Cheapest Indiana road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Indiana.
Long-distance road trips from Indiana
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Indiana — Kentucky, Illinois, Ohio.
Gas prices in Indiana
Estimated regular at $3.20/gal · premium $3.85 · diesel $3.55.
Best vehicles for Indiana drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Indiana
Daily driving cost estimates for major Indiana-area cities.
EV vs gas in Indiana
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Indiana trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Indiana road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Indiana. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Indiana road trip cost in fuel?
At Indiana's estimated $3.20/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.43 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Indiana EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Indiana routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.