How far is Eaton, IN from Indianapolis, IN?

Fastest route

The route from Eaton, Indiana 47338 to Indianapolis, Indiana is approximately 75.5 miles and takes around 1 hour and 23 minutes via I-69 S and I-70 W.

Directions

  1. Start by heading south on 200 E/S Meridian St toward E Church St.
  2. Turn right onto E Indiana Ave.
  3. Turn left onto IN-3 S/N Co Rd 100 E.
  4. Take the left to merge onto I-69 S toward Indianapolis.
  5. Follow I-69 S and take exit 214 toward Fortville.
  6. Get on I-70 W in Buck Creek Township by continuing onto N Madison St and turning right onto US-36 W/E Broadway St.
  7. Continue on I-70 W to Indianapolis and take the exit from I-70 W.
  8. Keep left at the fork to stay on I-70 W.
  9. Continue onto Exit 83A and take the exit toward E Ohio St.
  10. Keep left and follow signs for Ohio St.
  11. Take E Washington St to N Meridian St.
  12. Turn right onto E Washington St.
  13. Turn right onto N Meridian St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Plan your trip in advance to account for traffic conditions and any road closures.
  • โ›ฝ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a GPS navigation app or device to help you navigate the route.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Observe traffic signals and signs along the way.
  • ๐Ÿ•’ Allow extra time for unforeseen delays or detours.
  • ๐Ÿงญ Familiarize yourself with the highway exits and interchanges on the route.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Take note of the landmarks and major intersections to stay on the correct path.
Trip Tools

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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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
76.43 mi
01h 22m
Flight
58.17 mi
93.62 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
58.17 mi
Kilometers
93.62 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
76.43 mi
Kilometers
123.01 km
Drive Time
01h 22m

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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 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Indianapolis
Fri, May 1, 10:56 PM EDT
Return by in Eaton
Sat, May 2, 12:18 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eaton
2026-05-01T21:33
Arrive Indianapolis
Fri, May 1, 10:56 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Eaton
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Anderson
IN

County seat of Madison County, Indiana, United States

From Eaton
35.9 mi
00h 41m
To Indianapolis
40.6 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54ยฐF
Friday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph NW
Destination
58ยฐF
Friday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Eaton and Indianapolis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eaton and Indianapolis.

  1. 1

    Start on South Meridian Street

    731 ft ยท 36 sec ยท South Meridian Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Indiana Avenue

    1.4 km ยท 2 min ยท East Indiana Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on East Eaton-Albany Pike

    1069 ft ยท 36 sec ยท East Eaton-Albany Pike

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North County Road 100 East

    4.6 mi ยท 7 min ยท North County Road 100 East

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East 600 North

    10 mi ยท 15 min ยท East 600 North

  6. 6

    Continue on East County Road 600 North

    627 ft ยท 16 sec ยท East County Road 600 North

  7. 7

    Take the ramp left

    1291 ft ยท 32 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    43 mi ยท 46 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    1065 ft ยท 13 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    1508 ft ยท 23 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Binford Boulevard

    6.4 mi ยท 10 min ยท Binford Boulevard

  12. 12

    Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

    3 mi ยท 6 min ยท East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

  13. 13

    Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive

    1215 ft ยท 32 sec ยท East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive

  14. 14

    Turn left onto North Meridian Street

    2.4 mi ยท 7 min ยท North Meridian Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Monument Circle

    112 m ยท 47 sec ยท Monument Circle

  16. 16

    Turn left

    23 m ยท 7 sec

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right

    78 m ยท 28 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Eaton and Indianapolis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
2 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East County Road 600 North
43.8 mi ยท 57%
East 600 North
9.97 mi ยท 13%
Binford Boulevard
6.43 mi ยท 8%
North County Road 100 East
4.56 mi ยท 6%
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
2.96 mi ยท 4%
North Meridian Street
2.42 mi ยท 3%
Longest Stretch

East County Road 600 North

Merge slight left

43 mi ยท 00h 46m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.2 mi
58.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Anderson
00h 41m from Eaton
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Eaton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indianapolis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Eaton to Indianapolis?

The road trip is about 76.4 miles (123 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?

Anderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Eaton and 40.6 miles from Indianapolis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.18 one way or $20.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Eaton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indianapolis.

Stop Ideas Near Anderson

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Anderson and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 8.1 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
Town of Pendleton
Meeting point 4.7 mi away

Town of Pendleton

Pendleton , IN
100 W State St, Pendleton, IN 46064
Rating 3.8/5 4 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Anderson.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

56 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Connersville station

69 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

104 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Crawfordsville

104 mi away
Spring and Green Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Eaton and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 58.17 mi (93.62 km).

Eaton

#1 Eaton

Human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America

Population1,726
Coordinates40.3403200, -85.3508000
Altitude277
CountryUnited States
Indianapolis

#2 Indianapolis

The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area.

Population877,903
Coordinates39.7683800, -86.1580400
Altitude218
CountryUnited States
Start: South Meridian Street (-85.350718, 40.34032)
End: Monument Circle (-86.158009, 39.768033)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 123 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.7 gal
10.21 L ยท about $10.18
Round trip
$20.36
5.4 gal ยท 20.42 L
Estimated CO2
24 kg one way
Round trip: 48 kg / 106 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $10.18 $20.36
Mid-grade $4.25 $11.48 $22.97
Premium $4.65 $12.57 $25.13
Diesel $5.30 $14.32 $28.64

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 ยท May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Eaton and Indianapolis. The current time is 21:33:41.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.