Speedway

Speedway is a town in Marion County, Indiana, that developed directly around a legendary racing track. The community spreads across several square miles with residential neighborhoods, schools, and businesses centered on the famous motorsport landmark.

The town began in 1912 as a workers' neighborhood for factory employees and became an official municipality in 1926. The racing track itself was founded in 1911, quickly making this place a center of American motorsport.

The Indy 500 race has made this place synonymous with American motorsport, shaping a local identity centered on speed and racing passion.

The town sits about 5 miles northwest of Indianapolis downtown and is easy to reach by car or public transportation. Visitors find residential neighborhoods, local shops, and access to the famous racing venue and its events.

Despite its small size of just a few square miles, Speedway is internationally known and draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually through a single race event. This tiny town has gained global significance that far exceeds its physical boundaries.

Location: Wayne Township

Inception: 1926

Elevation above the sea: 227 m

Shares border with: Indianapolis

Website: https://speedwayin.gov

GPS coordinates: 39.79190,-86.25000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 03:52