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40 Best Stops Between Indianapolis and Houston

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How long is the drive from Indianapolis to Houston?

The direct drive from Indianapolis to Houston is 1,027 mi (1,653 km) , and should have a drive time of 16 hrs 13 mins in normal traffic.

If you’re going on a road trip from Indianapolis to Houston, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Memphis , Saint Louis , Hot Springs , Tunica , Springfield , Little Rock , Paducah , Tyler , Evansville , and Bloomington , as well as top places to visit like Indiana University Bloomington and French Lick Casino, or the ever-popular Turkey Run State Park.

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Holiday world & splashin' safari.

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Lincoln monument association, abraham lincoln presidential library and museum, lincoln home national historic site.

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Paducah Wall to Wall

The national quilt museum, discovery park of america, casey jones home & railroad museum.

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Blanchard springs caverns, delta blues museum, william j. clinton library and museum, little rock central high school national historic site, fordyce bathhouse visitor center and museum, crater of diamonds state park, beavers bend state park and nature center.

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Can i drive from indianapolis to houston.

Yes! You can drive from Indianapolis to Houston.

How far is Houston from Indianapolis by car?

The drive from Indianapolis to Houston is 1,027 miles (1,653 km).

How long does it take to drive from Indianapolis to Houston?

Driving from Indianapolis to Houston should take you 16 hrs 13 mins in normal traffic.

How much would gas cost from Indianapolis to Houston?

Gas from Indianapolis to Houston would cost around $90 to $210 , depending on your vehicle's fuel efficiency.

Where should I stop on the way from Indianapolis to Houston?

You could check out Indiana University Bloomington and French Lick Casino, or the always popular Turkey Run State Park!

What are the best cities to visit between Indianapolis and Houston?

People love visiting Memphis, Saint Louis, and Hot Springs, among others.

What's the weather like in Indianapolis?

It depends on when you visit! We've compiled data from NASA for each month of the year: see the links below for more information.

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What are some other road trips from Indianapolis?

There are plenty! Below you'll find links to all the road trips we've assembled for Indianapolis.

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Hi everyone

We’d love to make our way down through Tennessee, hit Nashville etc and then maybe head onto Texas?

We have approximately 2 weeks for the trip.

Any advice / recommendations for where to stop/avoid?

We would love to see the culture of the south and also some great hikes / mountains.

Thanks so much!!

This is indeed the place to get info for the Indiana portion of your trip, but for the more general advice you've asked about here, I suggest you check out the TA Road Trips forum. Here's a link:

https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g1-i12567-Road_Trips.html

Might post more later (either here or on a Road Trips thread),

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10 Unforgettable Road Trips To Take In Indiana Before You Die

Courtney Johnston

Courtney's originally from the East Coast, but has found a charming new home in Indiana. She loves checking out local music, reading, and trying new food. She's also a little too addicted to coffee and has a Maine Coon cat she answers to.

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Indiana is such an underrated state. There are so many wonderful places to explore, and road trip opportunities galore! The Hoosier State’s size makes it ideal for road tripping, whether it’s to a fun new attraction, unique museum, weekend getaway, or even a beach day ! So gas up the car and indulge your wanderlust; we’ve got 10 of the most unforgettable road trips you can possibly take in Indiana. Let’s go!

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Which of these unforgettable road trips in Indiana will you be taking? Don’t they all sound spectacular? Indiana really is a state that was made for road trips, and we hope you are inspired to explore it all!

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What are the best road trips in Indiana?

Well, call us biased, but we definitely think the above 10 unforgettable road trips in Indiana are pretty stellar! If you're *hungry* (pun intended) for more, be sure to check out our  Taco Trail , which visits seven of the state's most delicious taquerias. Hoosiers with an insatiable sweet tooth will delight in our  Ice Cream Trail  and  Old-School Chocolate Shops trip, both of which visit some of Indiana's most wonderful little gems.

Does Indiana have many roadside attractions?

In a state with so many awesome road trips, you know there are bound to be some seriously unique roadside attractions ! Some of our favorite roadside attractions in Indiana include the Giant Fish Head in Knox, The Rotary Jail Museum in Crawfordsville, and The Duckie in Vevay, which is exactly as it sounds: a giant rubber duckie by the side of the road!

What are some epic day trips I can take in Indiana?

For some seriously epic day trips in the Hoosier State, we recommend first consulting this list of 11 awesome adventures . Wilstem Ranch is one epic adventure; this family-friendly attraction lets visitors experience the magic of witnessing elephants and giraffes up close, for a truly memorable experience.  White Rock Park is another epic adventure; the park boasts an incredible natural pool that offers fishing, swimming, zip lining, and even cliff diving. And you'll discover the beauty of deep-cut canyons, incredible rock formations, a suspension bridge, and so much more at Turkey Run State Park, also known as  Indiana's very own Grand Canyon .

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If exploring the breathtaking beauty of our National Park System in one road trip is something on your bucket list, this may be the perfect map for you. Back in 2016, for the 100 th anniversary of the National Park Service, blogger Randy Olson devised an optimal route to see the most epic national parks across the nation.

The U.S. National Park System technically consists of 59 parks, but 12 of them are in Alaska, Hawaii and other U.S. territories. This road trip is focused solely on those you can reach by car in one trip within the Continental 48.

Even with the reduction of the parks outside the Lower 48, Olson included 47 others along his route that stop in 23 different states. If you've never been to the Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains , Joshua Tree, or any of the other great National Parks, this may be the best way to see them in one shot.

Those determined to finish the trip full of scenic drives can do so in approximately two months! The route covers 14,498 miles. Olson starts his trip at the Grand Canyon, but he designed the route as a loop, so you could begin anywhere on the map and travel in whichever direction you'd like.

Here's the full list of national parks in order and a visual of the route:

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The Ultimate U.S. National Park Road Trip

• Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
• Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona
• Saguaro National Park, Arizona
• Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas
• Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
• Big Bend National Park, Texas
• Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
• Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
• Everglades National Park, Florida
• Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida
• Biscayne National Park, Florida
• Congaree National Park, South Carolina
• Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
• Acadia National Park, Maine
• Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio
• Isle Royale National Park, Michigan
• Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota
• Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
• Badlands National Park, South Dakota
• Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota
• Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
• Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, Colorado
• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado
• Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
• Canyonlands National Park, Utah
• Arches National Park, Utah
• Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
• Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
• Zion National Park, Utah
• Great Basin National Park, Nevada
• Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
• Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
• Glacier National Park, Montana
• North Cascades National Park, Washington
• Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
• Olympic National Park, Washington
• Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
• Redwood National and State Parks, California
• Lassen Volcanic National Park, California
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• Kings Canyon National Park, California
• Sequoia National Park, California
• Pinnacles National Park, California
• Channel Islands National Park, California
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13 hours, 13 minutes.

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How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Dallas, TX? The total driving time is 13 hours, 13 minutes .

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10:00 am  start in Indianapolis drive for about 1.5 hours

11:18 am   Terre Haute (Indiana) stay for about 1 hour and leave at 12:18 pm drive for about 2.5 hours

2:36 pm   Mount Vernon (Illinois) stay for about 1 hour and leave at 3:36 pm drive for about 2 hours

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11:39 am   Kennett stay for about 1 hour and leave at 12:39 pm drive for about 2.5 hours

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4:10 pm  arrive in Dallas stay at Hotel Zaza Dallas

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Do I really have to go back home?

Yes, even this step is optional, because if you're on vacation who wants the trip to end? It's okay, you can start planning your next trip!

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