Distance from Indianapolis to Nashville (United States)

The distance between Indianapolis, Indiana and Nashville, Tennessee is 404 kilometers (251 miles).

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Indianapolis is located in the central part of Indiana, while Nashville is situated in the northern region of Tennessee, both cities are in the eastern United States. The straight-line distance between them is 404 kilometers, heading south.

Indianapolis is situated at an altitude of 248 meters above sea level, while Nashville is at 171 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Indianapolis to Nashville covers approximately 460 km, primarily via I-65 S, passing through cities like Louisville and regions such as southern Indiana and northern Kentucky.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Louisville, Mammoth Cave National Park, Brown County State Park.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Indianapolis to Nashville crosses the Ohio River and passes through the rolling hills of Kentucky.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel due to mild weather, while summer offers vibrant festivals in Nashville.

Climate

Nashville generally has a milder winter and a warmer summer compared to Indianapolis, with more humidity.

Accessibility

Nashville offers accessible public transportation and attractions, similar to Indianapolis, with a focus on music venues.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 16-18 hours
Motorcycle 5-6 hours
Car 4-5 hours
Helicopter 2-3 hours
Airplane 30-45 minutes
Speed Time
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Indianapolis, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Indiana/Indianapolis

Coordinates: 39.7684° N 86.158° W

Elevation: 248 m (814 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
  • Eagle Creek Airpark (EYE)
  • Indianapolis Regional Airport (MQJ)
  • Anderson Municipal Darlington Field (AID)
  • Columbus Bakalar Municipal Airport (CLU)
Nashville, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 36.1659° N 86.7844° W

Elevation: 171 m (561 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)
  • Smyrna Airport (MQY)
  • Clarksville–Montgomery County Regional Airport (CKV)
  • Campbell AAF (Fort Campbell) Air Field (HOP)
  • Bowling Green Warren County Regional Airport (BWG)

Other distances from Indianapolis

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Indianapolis to New York City 1,039 km
From Indianapolis to Los Angeles 2,912 km
From Indianapolis to Chicago 263 km
From Indianapolis to Houston 1,392 km
From Indianapolis to Phoenix 2,413 km

Other distances from Nashville

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Nashville to New York City 1,223 km
From Nashville to Los Angeles 2,865 km
From Nashville to Chicago 635 km
From Nashville to Houston 1,070 km
From Nashville to Phoenix 2,327 km

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