Indianapolis to Evansville by bus
Evansville lies 233 km (145 mi) south-west of Indianapolis, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 26 min including stops, over roughly 285 km (177 mi) of road.
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| Indianapolis | Evansville | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 887,642 | 119,943 |
| Elevation | 248 m (814 ft) | 118 m (387 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 46201–46298 | 47701–47750 |
Clocks in Evansville are 1 h behind Indianapolis right now, so a 4 h 26 min journey lands only 3 h 26 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Evansville from Indianapolis?
233 km (145 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Indianapolis; by road roughly 285 km (177 mi).
How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Evansville by bus?
About 4 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Indianapolis and Evansville?
Evansville is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.