Distance from Indianapolis to Milwaukee (United States)

The distance between Indianapolis, Indiana and Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 392 kilometers (243 miles).

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Indianapolis is located in the central part of Indiana, while Milwaukee is situated in the southeastern region of Wisconsin, both in the Midwest of the United States. The straight-line distance between them is 392 kilometers, heading north.

Indianapolis is situated at an altitude of 248 meters above sea level, while Milwaukee is at 203 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Indianapolis to Milwaukee travels north through Indiana, passing through cities like Lafayette, and continues into Illinois, using I-65 and I-94, reaching Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Lafayette, Indiana Dunes National Park, Chicago skyline.

Travel information

Summary

The trip crosses the flat plains of Indiana and Illinois, with notable landmarks like the Chicago skyline before reaching Milwaukee's lakefront.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall offer pleasant travel conditions due to moderate temperatures, while summer is ideal for lakefront activities in Milwaukee.

Climate

Milwaukee generally experiences cooler temperatures than Indianapolis, with more pronounced seasonal changes and lake effect influences.

Accessibility

Milwaukee offers a range of accessibility features, including public transport options and accessible public spaces, similar to Indianapolis.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1 day
Motorcycle 6-8 hours
Car 5-6 hours
Helicopter 2-3 hours
Airplane 30-45 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
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90 km/h
120 km/h
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)
Milwaukee, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 43.0389° N 87.9065° W

Elevation: 203 m (666 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
  • Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport (MWC)
  • John H Batten Airport (RAC)
  • West Bend Municipal Airport (ETB)
  • Kenosha Regional Airport (ENW)

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 Milwaukee

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Milwaukee to New York City 1,181 km
From Milwaukee to Los Angeles 2,808 km
From Milwaukee to Chicago 134 km
From Milwaukee to Houston 1,616 km
From Milwaukee to Phoenix 2,357 km

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