How far is Brownstown, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
Fastest route
This route from Brownstown, Indiana to Indianapolis, Indiana covers a distance of approximately 72.6 miles (116.7 kilometers) and will take around 1 hour and 25 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Head north on US-50 E/Indiana's Historic Pathways - North Spur/S Main St toward E Walnut St.
- 🍟 Pass by McDonald's (on the right in 0.2 mi).
- 🛣️ Take Hwy 11 N and Indianapolis Rd to US-31 N/N U.S Hwy 31 in Columbus.
- 🔄 Turn left onto Community Dr.
- ➡️ Turn right onto W 6th St/Sixth St.
- ↗️ Turn left onto Hwy 11 N/N Ewing St and continue to follow Hwy 11 N.
- 🔄 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit. At the next traffic circle, take the 1st exit.
- 🔄 Turn right to merge onto IN-46 E.
- ↗️ Use the left 2 lanes to turn slightly left onto Brown St, then slightly left to stay on Brown St.
- 🔄 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto 11th St/Indianapolis Rd, and continue to follow Indianapolis Rd.
- ➡️ Keep right to stay on Indianapolis Rd.
- 🛣️ Take I-65 N to E Washington St in Indianapolis. Take exit 111 from I-65 N.
- ➡️ Slight right onto US-31 N/N U.S Hwy 31. Use the right lane to take the Interstate 65 N ramp.
- ➡️ Keep right to stay on I-65 N. Take exit 111 for Washington St.
- ↗️ Follow E Washington St to N Meridian St. Use the left 3 lanes to turn left after Hardee's (on the right). Turn right onto N Meridian St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip ahead of time and check for traffic updates to ensure a smooth journey.
- 🍟 Consider grabbing a quick bite at McDonald's before you start your journey.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for Hwy 11 N and Indianapolis Rd when navigating through Columbus.
- 🔄 Pay attention to the traffic circles and take the correct exits as indicated.
- ↗️ Merge onto IN-46 E carefully and use the left lanes for a slight left turn onto Brown St.
- 🛣️ Stay on Indianapolis Rd and keep to the right to reach your destination smoothly.
- ➡️ When approaching Indianapolis, follow the signs for I-65 N and take exit 111 for Washington St. Use the left lanes to turn onto N Meridian St after passing Hardee's.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Monroe County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brownstown and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownstown and Indianapolis.
-
1
Start on North Browns Road
848 ft · 38 sec · North Browns Road
-
2
Turn right onto West Zoo Road
2.8 mi · 9 min · West Zoo Road
-
3
Turn left
13.2 mi · 22 min
-
4
Turn right onto West Main Street
79 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
-
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward North Gospel Street
657 ft · 9 sec · North Gospel Street
-
6
Exit the roundabout onto North Gospel Street
41.4 mi · 51 min · North Gospel Street
-
7
Merge slight right
47.3 mi · 53 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street
1179 ft · 34 sec
-
9
Turn right onto West Epler Avenue
1236 ft · 29 sec · West Epler Avenue
-
10
Continue on Old State Road 37
2362 ft · 52 sec · Old State Road 37
-
11
Continue on South Harding Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · South Harding Street
-
12
Turn right onto West Morris Street
2289 ft · 39 sec · West Morris Street
-
13
Turn left onto Kentucky Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Kentucky Avenue
-
14
Continue on West South Street
152 m · 24 sec · West South Street
-
15
Turn left onto South Missouri Street
1167 ft · 42 sec · South Missouri Street
-
16
Continue on South West Street
145 m · 20 sec · South West Street
-
17
Turn right onto West Maryland Street
1993 ft · 1 min · West Maryland Street
-
18
Turn left onto South Illinois Street
1051 ft · 42 sec · South Illinois Street
-
19
Turn right onto West Market Street
107 m · 16 sec · West Market Street
-
20
At the end of the road, turn right
78 m · 28 sec
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brownstown 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.
North Gospel Street
Merge slight right
47.3 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Brownstown and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brownstown to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Clear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Brownstown and 58.5 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 1:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.31 one way or $30.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Brownstown and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Clear Creek
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 Clear Creek.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brownstown and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 97.64 mi (157.13 km).
#1 Brownstown
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,874 |
| Coordinates | 38.3808900, -86.5030400 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| 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: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.90 | $37.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.53 | $43.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.