How far is Cambridge City, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
The driving distance from Cambridge City, IN to Indianapolis, IN is about 58 miles (93.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.4 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cambridge City and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge City and Indianapolis.
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Start on West Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
3 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp left
1544 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
53.9 mi · 1 hr 1 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 Cambridge City 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.
West Main Street
Merge slight left
53.9 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cambridge City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cambridge City to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 58 miles (93.3 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?
Cleveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30 miles from Cambridge City and 28 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 $7.69 one way or $15.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Cambridge City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Cleveland
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 Cleveland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cambridge City and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 52.46 mi (84.42 km).
#1 Cambridge City
Town in Indiana
| Population | 1,744 |
| Coordinates | 39.8125500, -85.1716300 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.69 | $15.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
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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