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Transportation & Parking in Indianapolis

Simplify Your Journey to the Circle City

Navigating transportation and parking in Indianapolis can be a breeze with the right know-how. Whether you're a local looking to optimize your daily commute or a visitor exploring the city, this guide is your go-to resource for mastering the ins and outs of transportation options and parking solutions. From efficient public transit to strategic parking tips, embark on a hassle-free journey through the Circle City with our comprehensive guide.


Indianapolis International Airport

Indianapolis International Airport

As the first airport designed after 9/11, IND combines state-of-the-art security measures with smart design and plenty of public art. Speedy service, great restaurants, and plenty of shops to find that perfect souvenir have earned the airport a wall full of accolades, including Best Airport in North America by Airports Council International (twelve years running), and by J.D. Power and Associates (two of four years), Best Overall Passenger Experience by J.D. Power and Associates, and Best Airport in America by Condé Nast Traveler the past five years. It's also the world’s first LEED certified airport and boasts the fastest free Wi-Fi of all U.S. airports.

Click here to see a flight map.


Mass Transit

Indy Transit Center

IndyGo provides bus service with over 30 fixed routes from their downtown transportation hub. The Red Line is the city's first bus transit line with electric buses, platform level boarding, and high frequency service to 13 miles stretching from Broad Ripple in the north, through the heart of Indy's convention district, to the University of Indianapolis in the south. And the new 15.2 mile Purple Line connects the City of Indianapolis and the City of Lawrence, with service east-west through the historic Irvington neighborhood. 


Driving In

driving distances map

Known as the Crossroads of America, Indianapolis is within a day’s drive of over half of the U.S. population and within three hours of Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati. Traffic congestion is a rarity, visitors find the city’s grid layout straightforward, and downtown features over 73,000 parking spots. If you’re traveling to Indy in an electric vehicle, the city is stocked with ample electric charging stations. There are 688 charging stations in the Indianapolis area, 109 of which are free to use. Find your EV charger here.


Biking

Pacers Bikeshare has convenient stations around the city for bike rentals

Away.com named Indianapolis one of the best cities to see from a bicycle, thanks to the city’s flat landscape, innovative Indianapolis Cultural Trail, and abundance of bike paths. Some hotels offer guests complimentary bikes, or they are available at two convenient rental locations and through the new Pacers Bike Share Program.


Walking

get around walking

National journalists have proclaimed Indy one of the most walkable downtowns in the country. On foot, visitors can reach hundreds of restaurants and attractions from their hotel and meeting space. An expansive network of climate-controlled skywalks connecting 4,700 hotel rooms to the convention center, Lucas Oil Stadium, a four-story mall, and restaurants keep it walkable in all weather.


Train & Bus

get around megabus

Other options for reaching the destination include Amtrak, Greyhound, and Megabus, which all have hubs in the downtown area. 


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