How far is Monticello, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
The driving distance from Monticello, IN to Indianapolis, IN is about 91 miles (146.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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 01h 36m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Clinton County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Indianapolis.
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Start on North Railroad Street East
87 m · 17 sec · North Railroad Street East
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
9 m · 6 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto North Railroad Street West
133 m · 17 sec · North Railroad Street West
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South 300 East
9.8 mi · 13 min · South 300 East
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto South Prairie Street
7.4 mi · 13 min · South Prairie Street
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Turn left
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
48.6 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left
15.4 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street
2173 ft · 45 sec
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Continue on North West Street
2413 ft · 1 min · North West Street
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Turn slight left onto Indiana Avenue
2140 ft · 1 min · Indiana Avenue
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Turn right onto North Capitol Avenue
1017 ft · 44 sec · North Capitol Avenue
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Turn left onto West Market Street
864 ft · 36 sec · West Market Street
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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 Monticello 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.
South Prairie Street
Merge slight left
48.6 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 91 miles (146.4 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Jefferson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Monticello and 46.5 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 3:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.10 one way or $24.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Jefferson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Dayton Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jefferson.
Lafayette station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 74.7 mi (120.21 km).
#1 Monticello
City in west-central Indiana, United States
| Population | 5,248 |
| Coordinates | 40.7453200, -86.7647300 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| 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: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.65 | $27.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.94 | $29.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.03 | $34.05 |
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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