How far is Indianapolis, IN from Vincennes, IN?
The driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Vincennes, IN is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.2 miles (169.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Clay County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indianapolis and Vincennes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis and Vincennes.
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Start on the route
78 m · 33 sec
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Turn left onto West Market Street
864 ft · 41 sec · West Market Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Capitol Avenue
1926 ft · 1 min · North Capitol Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on South Capitol Avenue
2449 ft · 1 min · South Capitol Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
2078 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
67.8 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
1463 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 40 East, SR 46 West
2380 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight
146 m · 16 sec
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Continue straight
1533 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
50.6 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indianapolis and Vincennes.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
67.8 mi · 01h 16m
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 Indianapolis and Showers And Thunderstorms near Vincennes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indianapolis to Vincennes?
The road trip is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Staunton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.7 miles from Indianapolis and 63.8 miles from Vincennes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.2 miles (169.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.97 one way or $33.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Indianapolis and Showers And Thunderstorms near Vincennes.
Stop Ideas Near Staunton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indianapolis and Vincennes. Straight-line distance: 105.19 mi (169.29 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 Vincennes
Township in Knox County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 16,801 |
| Coordinates | 38.6772700, -87.5286300 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vincennes (-87.52863, 38.67727)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $16.97 | $33.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.94 | $41.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.87 | $47.74 |
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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