What time does Indianapolis 500 2024 start? Weather forecast, starting grid, odds, TV schedule (2024)

The 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 has finally arrived at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Here's your guide to everything including a list of drivers and odds, how to watch, last year's winner and more.

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What is the 2024 Indy 500 start time? NBC TV schedule from IMS

The 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 will likely see a green flag for the Indy 500 at 5:30 p.m. ET, according to IMS presidents Doug Boles.

If track drying begins at 3 p.m. and takes 2 hours, and allowing time for some prerace activities, the race could begin before 5:30 p.m. The race typically takes about 3 hours and IMS does not have lights. Sunset is at 9:03 p.m.

"I believe we are on track to do that," Boles said.

Will the Indy 500 be blacked out in 2024?

The Indianapolis 500 local TV blackout is lifted with the delayed start − for areaNBC affiliatesand on Peaco*ck − according to Boles.

Where is the 2024 Indianapolis 500?

The 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 is at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 4790 W. 16th St., Indianapolis.

What time does Indianapolis 500 2024 start? Weather forecast, starting grid, odds, TV schedule (1)

2024 Indy 500 weather forecast today, May 26, in Indianapolis, IN. Will it rain?

AccuWeather is calling for a97% chance of rain on Race Day with a 92% probability of thunderstorms. Thunderstorms could be strong and can bring flooding downpours, hail, damaging wind gusts and tornadoes.

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How much are 2024 Indy 500 tickets?

Below is a price list for Preakness Stakes tickets, according to Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

Northeast Vista: $75-$135
North Vista: $75-$105
South Terrace: $85
General admission: $50

How long is the 2024 Indy 500?

The race takes roughly three hours and is official after 101 laps, so 90 minutes of favorable weather can be enough.

How many laps is the 2024 Indy 500?

The Indianapolis 500 normally consists of 200 laps.

How much is the 2024 Indy 500 purse?

The total payout for this year's race won't be known until after Sunday. Last year's purse of $17,021,500 topped the 2022 payout, which was the largest ever, of $16,000,200 spread across the 33-car field. Josef Newgarden, thewinner of the 2023 race, earned $3.666 million.

2024 Indy 500 betting odds: list of driver entries in field, odds

To win the race, via BetMGM:

Josef Newgarden +525
Scott McLaughlin +550
Scott Dixon +700
Kyle Larson +700
Will Power +800
Alexander Rossi +1000
Colton Herta +1000
Pato O'Ward +1100
Alex Palou +1300
Santino Ferrucci +1500
Helio Castroneves +2500
Rinus VeeKay +3000
Kyle Kirkwood +3500
Takuma Sato +3500
Felix Rosenqvist +4000
Marco Andretti +5000
Marcus Ericsson +6000
Ryan Hunter-Reay +6000
Callum Ilott +8000
Graham Rahal +10000
Ed Carpenter +10000
Christian Rasmussen +10000
Linus Lundqvist +12500
Christian Lundgaard +12500
Marcus Armstrong +12500
Conor Daly +12500
Romain Grosjean +15000
Agustin Canapino +20000
Kyffin Simpson +25000
Sting Ray Robb +25000
Tom Blomqvist +30000
Pietro Fittipaldi +35000
Katherine Legge +50000

2024 Indy 500 predictions: IndyStar staff picks

Scott McLaughlin, Alexander Rossi and returning champion Josef Newgarden were some of the favorite picks for this year's race. Visit indystar.com for a complete list of staff picks and predictions.

2024 Indy 500 starting grid lineup

2024 Indy 500 Row 1

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1. (3) Scott McLaughlin, Chevrolet, Penske, 234.220

2. (12) Will Power (W), Chevrolet, Penske, 233.917

3. (2) Josef Newgarden (W), Chevrolet, Penske, 233.808

2024 Indy 500 Row 2

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4. (7) Alexander Rossi (W), Chevrolet, Arrow McLaren 233.090

5. (17) Kyle Larson (R), Chevrolet, Arrow McLaren, 232.846

6. (14) Santino Ferrucci, Chevrolet, AJ Foyt, 232.692

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2024 Indy 500 Row 3

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7. (21) Rinus VeeKay, Chevrolet, Ed Carpenter Racing, 232.610

8. (5) Pato O'Ward, Chevrolet, Arrow McLaren, 232.584

9. (60) Felix Rosenqvist, Honda, Meyer Shank, 232.305

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2024 Indy 500 Row 4

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10. (75) Takuma Sato (W), Honda, Rahal Letterman Lanigan, 232.171

11. (27) Kyle Kirkwood, Honda, Andretti Global, 230.993

12. (23), Ryan Hunter-Reay (W), Dreyer & Reinbold-Cusick, 230.567

2024 Indy 500 Row 5

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13. (26) Colton Herta, Honda, Andretti Global, 232.316

2024 Indy 500 Row 6

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16. (11) Marcus Armstrong (R), Honda, Chip Ganassi Racing, 232.183

17. (20) Ed Carpenter, Chevrolet, Ed Carpenter Racing, 232.017

18. (4) Kyffin Simpson (R), Honda, Chip Ganassi Racing, 231.948

2024 Indy 500 Row 7

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19. (98) Marco Andretti, Honda, Andretti Global, 231.890

20. (06) Helio Castroneves (W), Honda, Meyer Shank, 231.871

21. (9) Scott Dixon (W), Honda, Chip Ganassi Racing, 231.851

2024 Indy 500 Row 8

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22. (78) Agustin Canapino, Chevrolet, Juncos Hollinger Racing, 231.847

23. (41) Sting Ray Robb, Chevrolet, AJ Foyt Racing, 231.826

24. (33) Christian Rasmussen (R), Chevrolet, Ed Carpenter Racing, 231.851

2024 Indy 500 Row 9

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25. (66) Tom Blomqvist (R), Honda, Meyer Shank, 231.578

26. (77) Romain Grosjean, Chevrolet, Juncos Hollinger Racing, 231.514

27. (8) Linus Lundqvist (R), Honda, Chip Ganassi Racing, 231.506

2024 Indy 500 Row 10

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28. (45) Christian Lundgaard, Honda, Rahal Letterman Lanigan, 231.465

29. (24) Conor Daly, Chevrolet, Dreyer & Reinbold-Cusick, 231.243

30. (30) Pietro Fittipaldi, Honda, Rahal Letterman Lanigan, 231.100

2024 Indy 500 Row 11

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31. (51) Katherine Legge, Honda, Dale Coyne Racing, 230.092

32. (28) Marcus Ericsson (W), Honda, Andretti Global, 230.027

33. (15) Graham Rahal, Honda, Rahal Letterman Lanigan, 229.974

What channel is the 2024 Indy 500 on?

The Indianapolis 500 will be broadcast on NBC and Universo.

How to listen to the 2024 Indy 500 radio broadcast

The race can be streamed onSiriusXMChannels 85 and 218.

These Indiana stations will carry the race: Anderson (1240 AM, 103.7 FM), Austin (92.7 FM), Batesville (103.9 FM), Bedford (1340 AM), Berne (92.7 FM), Bloomington (1370 AM, 98.7 FM), Brazil (1130 AM, 99.5 FM, 106.9 FM), Columbus (1010 AM, 98.1 FM), Crawfordsville (103.9 FM), Edinburgh (100.3 FM), Ellettsville (105.1 FM), Fort Wayne (1380 AM, 1190 AM, 100.9 FM, 107.5 FM), Frankfort/Lebanon (1570 AM, 96.9 FM), Indianapolis (93.5 FM, 107.5 FM), Jasper (104.7 FM), Kendallville (1140 AM, 94.3 FM, 95.5 FM), Kokomo (1350 AM), LaPorte (96.7 FM), Lafayette (105.3 FM), Marion (860 AM), Monticello (107.7 FM), Muncie (98.3 FM, 103.7 FM, 104.1 FM, 1340 AM, 92.5 FM), Paoli (95.3 FM), Portland (1440 AM, 105.3 FM), Princeton (100.5 FM), Richmond (96.1 FM), Rochester (92.1 FM), Salem (1220 AM, 97.9 FM), Spencer (97.7 FM), Warsaw (1480 AM, 99.7 FM, 107.3 FM), Washington (107.9 FM).

How to live stream the 2024 Indy 500

Streaming options includePeaco*ck, NBCSports.com, and TelemundoDeportes.com.

What time does Indianapolis 500 2024 start? Weather forecast, starting grid, odds, TV schedule (14)

How to watch the 2024 Indy 500

Catch all the racing action from Indianapolis Motor Speedway through multiple viewing platforms including NBC, Universo, Peaco*ck, NBCSports.com and TelemundoDeportes.com.

When does the 2024 Indy 500 live race coverage start?

Live coverage kicks off on NBC and Peaco*ck at 5:30 p.m. ET, Sunday, May 26.

What is the 2024 Indy 500 TV schedule?

The TV schedule has adjusted for weather as the race begins at 5:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peaco*ck.

Who won the 2023 Indy 500?

Josef Newgarden won the 2023 Indianapolis 500.

Is Kyle Larson racing in the 2024 Coca-Cola 600?

Yes. Kyle Larson will be competing in the Coca-Cola 600, which is the same day asINDYCAR's Indianapolis 500.

What date is NASCAR 2024 Coca-Cola 600?

The Coca-Cola 600 will run on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

What time does NASCAR 2024 Coca-Cola 600?

The Coca-Cola 600 is officially slated to start at approximately6 p.m. ET, Sunday, May 26, 2024.

Where is NASCAR 2024 Coca-Cola 600?

The Coca-Cola 600 is held each year at theCharlotte Motor Speedway.

IndyCar Series points standings

(Through May 11)

Alex Palou, 152
Will Power, 140
Colton Herta, 127
Scott Dixon, 127
Felix Rosenqvist, 107
Scott McLaughlin, 88
Pato O'Ward, 88
Kyle Kirkwood, 86
Christian Lundgaard, 84
Alexander Rossi, 70
Marcus Armstrong, 68
Graham Rahal, 63

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What time does Indianapolis 500 2024 start? Weather forecast, starting grid, odds, TV schedule? ›

What is the 2024 Indy 500 start time? NBC TV schedule from IMS. A green flag for the Indy 500 is set to drop at 5:30 p.m. ET, according to IMS presidents Doug Boles.

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What time does Indianapolis 500 start on sunday? ›

How and when to watch the Indy 500. The 2024 Indy 500 will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2024. The Indianapolis 500 green flag drops at 12:45 p.m. ET (9:45 a.m. PT). The race will air on NBC and stream on Peaco*ck and the platforms featured below.

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Will the Indy 500 be televised locally in 2024? ›

Will the Indy 500 be blacked out in 2024? The Indianapolis 500 local TV blackout is lifted with the delayed start − for area NBC affiliates and on Peaco*ck − according to Boles.

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What TV channel is the Indy 500 on? ›

The Indianapolis 500 will be broadcast nationally on NBC. Streaming options for the race include Peaco*ck and FUBO, which offers a free trial to potential subscribers.

Who won the Indy 500 in 2024 today? ›

2024 Indy 500 Goes To Repeat Winner Josef Newgarden From Team Penske Chevrolet.

What time does the Indy 500 start on NBC? ›

Coverage of the Indy 500 will begin on NBC at 11 a.m. Hosting the network's coverage for the sixth straight year will be Mike Tirico, joined by racing analyst and former Indycar driver Danica Patrick. NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson will also be part of NBC's race coverage.

What time is the green flag at Indy 500? ›

4:37 p.m. – Drivers start your engines. 4:44 p.m. – Green flag.

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Who is waving the flag at Indy 500 2024? ›

2024 - Austin Butler and Jodie Comer

It was announced this week that the green flag wavers for the 2024 Indy 500 will be actors Austin Butler and Jodie Comer, who are promoting their new movie, "The Bikeriders," which will be in theaters in June. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

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Why is the Indy 500 blacked out on TV? ›

Why the Indianapolis 500 is blacked out in Central Indiana. The ban on the traditional broadcast of the race via local NBC affiliate WTHR has been in place for decades. This is due to the fact that IMS wants local fans to attend the race in person.

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How much are Indy 500 tickets in 2024? ›

Prices have increased a bit since tickets cost $1 at the first Indy 500 in 1909, but as far as famous sporting events go, it remains an affordable option. General admission for the 2024 Indy 500 is listed at $60, but are $50 in advance. Tickets are currently as low as $52 on the secondary market.

Where can I watch Indy 500 for free? ›

You can watch the Indy 500 for free this Sunday with free trials from DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV. Just remember to cancel your subscription before the trial period ends to avoid any charges.

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How long does the Indy 500 race last? ›

The race is 500 miles over 200 laps on the 2.5-mile layout. Depending on the number of yellow flags, the Indy 500 typically takes about 3 hours to complete (give or take 30 minutes).

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How much does the winner of Indy 500 get? ›

In this year's race, not only have ticket sales been spiked, but the estimated winner's take is now about $3.6 million, which is in keeping with recent years, with the number floating around the same mark since coming out of the pandemic.

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What time is the Indy 500 in 2024? ›

Scott McLaughlin, who sits tied for sixth in the 2024 IndyCar Series standings, will be on the pole, with Will Power and Josef Newgarden also landing spots in Row 1. After a rain delay, the 2024 Indy 500 green flag is scheduled to drop at 4:44 p.m. ET.

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What channel is Coca-Cola 600 on? ›

How and when to watch the Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR race. The Coca-Cola 600 is scheduled for Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte, NC, on Sunday, March 10, 2024. The race is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT) and will air on Fox and stream on the platforms featured below.

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How long will the Indy 500 last? ›

If track drying begins at 3 p.m. and takes 2 hours, and allowing time for some prerace activities, the race could begin before 5:30 p.m. The race typically takes about 3 hours and IMS does not have lights. Sunset is at 9:03 p.m.

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