Minneapolis to Indianapolis by bus
Indianapolis lies 822 km (511 mi) south-east of Minneapolis, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h including stops, over roughly 1,003 km (623 mi) of road.
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| Minneapolis | Indianapolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 410,939 | 887,642 |
| Elevation | 262 m (860 ft) | 248 m (814 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) |
| Postal codes | 55401–55488 | 46201–46298 |
Clocks in Indianapolis are 1 h ahead of Minneapolis right now, so a 15 h journey lands 16 h later by the destination clock.
Where to book buses from Minneapolis to Indianapolis
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Staying in Indianapolis
Our booking partner lists 637 places to stay in Indianapolis. Of the 503 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (207), and 1 are five-star. Across 143 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 72,532 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Indianapolis from Minneapolis?
822 km (511 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Minneapolis; by road roughly 1,003 km (623 mi).
How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Indianapolis by bus?
About 15 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Minneapolis and Indianapolis?
Indianapolis is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Indiana/Indianapolis against America/Chicago).
Where can I stay in Indianapolis?
Our booking partner lists 637 places to stay in Indianapolis, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.