How far is Indianapolis, IN from Cannelton, IN?
The driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 28m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indianapolis and Cannelton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis and Cannelton.
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Start on the route
78 m · 33 sec
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Turn left
11 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Monument Circle
93 m · 13 sec · Monument Circle
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Turn right onto North Meridian Street
2385 ft · 2 min · North Meridian Street
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Continue on Madison Avenue
152 m · 22 sec · Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto East Henry Street
106 m · 13 sec · East Henry Street
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Turn right onto South Pennsylvania Street
966 ft · 33 sec · South Pennsylvania Street
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Continue on Madison Avenue
145 m · 18 sec · Madison Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Madison Avenue
2.5 mi · 5 min · Madison Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on South East Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South East Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 465, I 74
159 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West, I 74 West
1411 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
48.5 mi · 55 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 37 South: Bedford
41.6 mi · 52 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Main Street
47 m · 2 sec · West Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
79 m · 6 sec · West Main Street
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
16.2 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
27.3 mi · 38 min
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Turn left onto Indiana State Road 237
5 mi · 7 min · Indiana State Road 237
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Turn right onto State Road 66
2138 ft · 1 min · State Road 66
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Turn left onto Washington Street
889 ft · 39 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indianapolis and Cannelton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
48.5 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Indianapolis and Sunny near Cannelton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indianapolis to Cannelton?
The road trip is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km) and usually takes 03h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Redding is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.1 miles from Indianapolis and 79 miles from Cannelton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.04 one way or $42.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Indianapolis and Cannelton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Indianapolis and Sunny near Cannelton.
Stop Ideas Near Redding
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 Redding.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indianapolis and Cannelton. Straight-line distance: 132.12 mi (212.63 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Cannelton
City in Troy Township, Perry County, Indiana, United States, along the Ohio River
| Population | 1,473 |
| Coordinates | 37.9114400, -86.7444300 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cannelton (-86.74443, 37.91144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.73 | $47.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.97 | $51.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.60 | $59.19 |
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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