Car speed limits in Indiana (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: In most urban residential areas the limit is 30 mph or the posted limit, and 15 mph in alleys. Passenger vehicles may do 70 mph on rural interstates, 60 mph on rural state divided highways and 55 mph on urban interstates. School zones have a lower posted limit, and speeding in a highway work zone is fined from $300 for a first offence.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Built-up areasPassenger car on public roads | 30 mph in most urban residential areas [1] |
| Outside built-up areas (dual carriageway or expressway)Passenger car on public roads | 60 mph on rural state divided highways [1] |
| MotorwaysPassenger car on public roads | 70 mph on rural interstates; 55 mph on urban interstates [1] |
| Outside built-up areas (single carriageway)Passenger car on public roads | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| School zonesPassenger car on public roads | Drivers must keep to the lower posted school-zone limit; common hours are 7 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday or when school beacons flash. Local authorities may also set lower limits whenever children are present. [1] |
| Roadworks zonesPassenger car on public roads | Speeding in a highway work zone is fined $300 for a first offence, $500 for a second and $1,000 for a third within three years. Reckless or aggressive driving there can be fined up to $5,000. [2] |
Notes
- The manual defines urban areas as those with a population of at least 50,000. The limit in alleys is 15 mph.
- The 70 mph figure is for passenger vehicles. Trucks with a declared gross vehicle weight above 26,000 pounds are limited to 65 mph. The manual says drivers may not exceed these limits or the posted limit.
- Work-site speed limits are posted at least 10 mph below the normal maximum; some apply only when lights flash (Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 7).
Sources
- Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles: Indiana Driver's Manual (English), Chapter 7 Safe Vehicle Operation: Speed Limits (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Indiana Department of Transportation: Work Zone Safety (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
Indiana and neighbouring states
| State | Built-up areas | Outside built-up areas (single carriageway) | Outside built-up areas (dual carriageway or expressway) | Motorways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 30 mph (urban residential) | ⚠ Not yet verified | 60 mph (rural divided) | 70 mph rural, 55 mph urban |
| Illinois | 30 mph (15 in alleys) | 55 mph | 65 mph (designated, 4+ lanes) | 70 mph |
| Kentucky | 35 mph | 55 mph | 55 mph | 65 mph (70 on some) |
| Michigan | 25 mph (business district) | 55 mph | 55 mph | 70 mph |
| Ohio | 25 mph; 35 mph on some state routes | 55 mph | 60 mph; 65 mph rural expressways | 70 mph rural; 65 mph urban |
More rules in Indiana
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Criminal offence (Class B misdemeanour) · Growing at home: No (criminal offence)
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceEarliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (enrolled in driver education)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Three classes · Minimum age: Class 3: 15
- FireworksConsumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks: Yes (sold by certified retailers)
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: No general ban; school property barred · Locking or one-handed knives: No separate rule
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $7.25 per hour
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes, all seats · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, all seats
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 21 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 21
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.