How far is Miami, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
The driving distance from Miami, IN to Indianapolis, IN is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.5 miles (94.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Miami and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami and Indianapolis.
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Start on South Elm Street
16 m · 4 sec · South Elm Street
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Turn right onto Fulton Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Fulton Street
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Turn left
36.3 mi · 44 min
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn left
98 m · 51 sec
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Continue straight
98 m · 25 sec
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn right
25.1 mi · 43 min
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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 Miami 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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
36.3 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Miami and Mostly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Miami to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Atlanta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.4 miles from Miami and 39.2 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.5 miles (94.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.39 one way or $18.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Miami and Mostly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Atlanta
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Noblesville Housing Authority
Arcadia Indiana Town Hall
Sheridan Clerk Treasurer and Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Atlanta.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Miami and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 58.5 mi (94.15 km).
#1 Miami
Unincorporated community in Miami County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,259 |
| Coordinates | 40.6142100, -86.1063800 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| 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: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.21 | $26.41 |
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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