Where is Shelbyville, Indiana, USA?

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Where is Shelbyville Located? - Shelbyville is a city located in the Shelby County of Indiana, United States. Shelbyville lies between 38.1921 Degrees North latitudes and 85.8081 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Shelbyville, Indiana

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Where is Shelbyville?: The Google Map showing the location of Shelbyville in the U.S. state of Indiana.

Where is Shelbyville Located?

Shelbyville is a city located in the Shelby County of Indiana, United States. Shelbyville lies between 38.1921 Degrees North latitudes and 85.8081 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Shelbyville city is 20067 people and the city has a total area of 12.45 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Shelbyville, Indiana Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityShelbyville
CountyShelby County
StateIndiana
State CapitalIndianapolis
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude39.5214° N
Longitude85.7764° W
Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Land Area (sq mi)11.85
Water Area (sq mi)0.08
Total Area (sq mi)11.93
Population (2020 Census)19,191
Population Density (per sq mi)1,619.7
ZIP Codes46176
Area Code317
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code1867842
Congressional District6th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Shelbyville

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameIndianapolis International Airport; Shelbyville Municipal Airport provides local aviation access.
IATA CodeIND; GEZ
PortNone; inland location
Major HighwaysInterstate 74, U.S. Highway 31, U.S. Highway 52, and Indiana State Road 9
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak station is located in Shelbyville. Amtrak service is available in Indianapolis.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceLocal and regional transportation services connect Shelbyville with surrounding communities.
  • Interstate 74 provides access between Shelbyville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and communities across eastern Indiana.
  • U.S. Highway 31 connects Shelbyville with Indianapolis, Columbus, and southern Indiana communities.
  • U.S. Highway 52 provides regional transportation access through Shelby County.
  • Indiana State Road 9 connects Shelbyville with nearby towns and rural areas.

Top Places to Visit in Shelbyville, Indiana

Landmark NameType
Shelby County Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Shelbyville Central ParkPark
Blue River Memorial ParkPark
Indiana Grand Racing & CasinoEntertainment Venue
Grover MuseumMuseum
Blue River TrailRecreation Trail
Shelby County FairgroundsFairground
Acton State Fish and Wildlife AreaNature Area
Harrison Center for the ArtsArts Center
Blue RiverNatural Attraction

Driving Distances from Shelbyville, Indiana to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
IndianapolisIndiana2535 min
GreenwoodIndiana2030 min
ColumbusIndiana3545 min
FranklinIndiana2030 min
AndersonIndiana4555 min
MuncieIndiana651 hr 15 min
CincinnatiOhio801 hr 25 min
LouisvilleKentucky1001 hr 40 min
Fort WayneIndiana1302 hr
ChicagoIllinois1803 hr

Colleges and Universities in Shelbyville, Indiana

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Indiana University SoutheastPublicUniversityRegional higher education programs
Ivy Tech Community College — Franklin CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and workforce education
University of IndianapolisPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, and health sciences
Ball State UniversityPublicUniversityResearch and academic programs

Waterbodies in Shelbyville, Indiana

Blue River, Little Blue River, Sugar Creek, Brandywine Creek

Golf Courses in Shelbyville, Indiana

Shelbyville Country Club, Bear Chase Golf Club, Timbergate Golf Course, Hawk's Tail Golf Course

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Shelbyville, Indiana

Landmark NameType
Shelby County Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Grover MuseumMuseum
Blue River Memorial ParkPark
Shelbyville Central ParkPark
Indiana Grand Racing & CasinoEntertainment Venue
Blue River TrailRecreation Trail
Shelby County FairgroundsFairground
Harrison Center for the ArtsArts Center
Acton State Fish and Wildlife AreaNature Area
Blue RiverNatural Attraction

Waterbodies in Shelbyville, Indiana

Blue River, Little Blue River, Sugar Creek, Brandywine Creek

Golf Courses in Shelbyville, Indiana

Shelbyville Country Club, Bear Chase Golf Club, Timbergate Golf Course, Hawk's Tail Golf Course

Shelbyville, Indiana — Key Historical Facts

  • Shelbyville was founded in 1822 and named after Isaac Shelby, the first governor of Kentucky and a Revolutionary War hero.
  • The city became the county seat of Shelby County and developed as an agricultural and commercial center.
  • The arrival of railroads in the 19th century helped Shelbyville expand its trade and transportation connections.
  • Shelbyville developed industries including manufacturing, agriculture, and local businesses that supported regional growth.
  • The city continues to serve as a regional community near Indianapolis with a mix of historic sites, parks, and modern development.

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