Distance from Raleigh to Indianapolis (United States)

The distance between Raleigh, North Carolina and Indianapolis, Indiana is 797 kilometers (495 miles).

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Raleigh is located in the southeastern United States while Indianapolis is situated in the Midwest, connecting these two regions across several states. The straight-line distance between them is 797 kilometers, heading northwest.

Raleigh is at 99 meters above sea level, while Indianapolis is at 248 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Raleigh to Indianapolis covers approximately 970 km, passing through major highways like I-40 and I-65, traversing regions such as the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio Valley.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Appalachian Mountains, Ohio Valley, Great Smoky Mountains.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Raleigh to Indianapolis crosses diverse landscapes, including the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio River, highlighting urban and rural contrasts.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel due to mild temperatures and fewer tourists, while summer offers vibrant events in Indianapolis.

Climate

Indianapolis generally experiences colder winters and milder summers compared to Raleigh, with more pronounced seasonal changes.

Accessibility

Indianapolis offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, similar to Raleigh, providing ease for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 12-14 hours
Car 10-12 hours
Helicopter 4-5 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
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120 km/h
Raleigh, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 35.7721° N 78.6386° W

Elevation: 99 m (325 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
  • Louisburg, Franklin County Airport (LFN)
  • Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport (RWI)
  • Pope Field (POB)
  • Simmons Army Air Field (FBG)
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 Raleigh

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Raleigh to New York City 682 km
From Raleigh to Los Angeles 3,600 km
From Raleigh to Chicago 1,032 km
From Raleigh to Houston 1,700 km
From Raleigh to Phoenix 3,063 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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Montréal, Canada Halifax, Canada 794 km
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Phoenix, United States Fresno, United States 791 km

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