How far is Indianapolis, IN from Elkhart, IN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Indianapolis and Elkhart is 132.56 miles (213.33 km).
Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Elkhart, IN is 132.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Indianapolis to Elkhart with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Elkhart, Indiana is: 161.59 miles (260.05 km) by car.
Driving from Indianapolis to Elkhart will take approximately 02 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area. It is located in central Indiana. Indianapolis is a major center for motorsports and is home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
| Population | 877903 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°46'6"N 86°9'29"W |
| Latitude | 39.7683800 |
| Longitude | -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkhart
The most populous city in Elkhart County, Indiana. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Elkhart is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Elkhart County Historical Society and the Elkhart County Fairgrounds.
| Population | 52172 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°40'55"N 85°58'36"W |
| Latitude | 41.6819900 |
| Longitude | -85.9766700 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Elkhart: Pletcher Court (-85.976539,41.682026)
Estimated Travel Time Between Indianapolis and Elkhart
The distance between Indianapolis and Elkhart is 260 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 53 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Indianapolis and Elkhart. The current time is 09:39:34.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 23 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.58 liters (5.7 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Indianapolis and Elkhart.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Indianapolis to Elkhart is $19.3 (diesel $24.89).
Indiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.39 | $3.88 | $4.33 | $4.37 |
| Total | $19.3 | $22.09 | $24.68 | $24.89 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Indianapolis and Elkhart (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Indianapolis 105.47 miles (170 km)
Driving distance from Alaska, IN to Indianapolis 39.52 miles (64 km)
