Distance from Philadelphia to Indianapolis (United States)

The distance between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Indianapolis, Indiana is 940 kilometers (584 miles).

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Philadelphia is located in the northeastern United States while Indianapolis is situated in the Midwest, highlighting their distinct regional positions. The straight-line distance between them is 940 kilometers, heading west.

Philadelphia is at only 8 meters above sea level, while Indianapolis is at 248 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Philadelphia to Indianapolis spans approximately 1020 km, primarily via I-76 W and I-70 W, passing through Pennsylvania, Ohio, and into Indiana, covering diverse landscapes.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Gettysburg National Military Park, Columbus, Dayton Air Force Museum.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis crosses the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio River, with notable landmarks like Gettysburg and Columbus.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel to Indianapolis due to mild weather and vibrant cultural events, while summer offers numerous festivals.

Climate

Indianapolis experiences a more continental climate than Philadelphia, with colder winters and hotter summers, offering a different seasonal experience.

Accessibility

Indianapolis has well-developed accessibility infrastructure, including public transport and facilities, comparable to Philadelphia, supporting diverse visitor needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 12-14 hours
Car 10-12 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
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Philadelphia, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 39.9524° N 75.1636° W

Elevation: 8 m (26 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
  • Wings Field (BBX)
  • South Jersey Regional Airport (LLY)
  • Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove (NXX)
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)

Other distances from Philadelphia

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Philadelphia to New York City 130 km
From Philadelphia to Los Angeles 3,852 km
From Philadelphia to Chicago 1,072 km
From Philadelphia to Houston 2,158 km
From Philadelphia to Phoenix 3,351 km

Other distances from Indianapolis

Distances 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

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