How far is Clinton, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
The driving distance from Clinton, IN to Indianapolis, IN is about 92.6 miles (149 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Indianapolis.
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Start on South Main Street
100 m · 12 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto State Road 163
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Road 163
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.2 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto West Ohio Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Ohio Street
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Continue on US Highway 36
19.6 mi · 29 min · US Highway 36
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Continue on Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
15.9 mi · 23 min · Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Rockville Road
15.1 mi · 24 min · Rockville Road
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Turn right onto South Holt Road
1.3 km · 1 min · South Holt Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 70 East
1515 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Illinois Street, Meridian Street
1393 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Illinois Street
1413 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on South Illinois Street
1802 ft · 55 sec · South Illinois Street
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Turn right onto West South Street
156 m · 25 sec · West South Street
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Turn left onto South Meridian Street
2344 ft · 2 min · South Meridian Street
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Turn left onto Monument Circle
111 m · 43 sec · Monument Circle
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Turn right
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 Clinton 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.
US Highway 36
Continue on US Highway 36
19.6 mi · 00h 29m
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 Clinton and Sunny near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 92.6 miles (149 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Bainbridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Clinton and 56.5 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clinton and Sunny near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Bainbridge
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 Bainbridge.
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Indianapolis Union Station
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 66.36 mi (106.79 km).
#1 Clinton
Clinton is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.6569800, -87.3980700 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| 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: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $3.68 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $14.03 | $28.06 |
| Premium | $4.82 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
| Diesel | $6.68 | $21.85 | $43.69 |
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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