How far is Ashland, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
The driving distance from Ashland, IN to Indianapolis, IN is about 56.5 miles (91 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.6 miles (75 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Vigo County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashland and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland and Indianapolis.
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Start on Messick Road
1 km · 2 min · Messick Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto South Memorial Drive
5.8 mi · 9 min · South Memorial Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
2368 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
39.5 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Michigan Street, Ohio Street, Fletcher Avenue
3219 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Michigan Street, New York Street
1170 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on East North Street
1592 ft · 1 min · East North Street
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Turn left onto Massachusetts Avenue
1440 ft · 53 sec · Massachusetts Avenue
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Turn right onto East Vermont Street
1526 ft · 1 min · East Vermont Street
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Turn left onto North Meridian Street
1292 ft · 50 sec · North Meridian Street
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Turn right onto Monument Circle
112 m · 47 sec · Monument Circle
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Turn left
23 m · 7 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
78 m · 28 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashland and Indianapolis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Memorial Drive
Merge slight left
39.5 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Ashland and Mostly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashland to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 56.5 miles (91 km) and usually takes 01h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Riley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Ashland and 30.3 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.6 miles (75 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.54 one way or $15.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ashland and Mostly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Riley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Riley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashland and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 46.58 mi (74.96 km).
#1 Ashland
Unincorporated community in Henry County, Indiana
| Population | 1,754 |
| Coordinates | 39.9261600, -85.3044100 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area.
| Population | 877,903 |
| Coordinates | 39.7683800, -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monument Circle (-86.158009, 39.768033)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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