What Time Does the Indy 500 Start? IndyCar Race Schedule by Time Zones

One of the biggest racing events of the year is nearly here as the 2023 Indy 500 takes place on Sunday, May 28. Die-hard racing enthusiasts will keep their eyes peeled to see who takes home the checkered flag at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Here's what you need to know about the start time for the 2023 Indy 500.

What Time is Indy 500 Eastern Time?

The Indy 500 will start at 11 a.m. ET from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana. The 500-mile, 200-lap race will take up a majority of the afternoon and is expected to end by 4 p.m. ET.

What Time is Indy 500 Central Time?

Racing fans in the Central time zone tuning in to the Indy 500 will be able to watch the race at 10 a.m. CT. The winner should then be decided by 3 p.m. CT.

What Time is Indy 500 Mountain Time?

Those on Mountain Time can tune into NBC at 9 a.m. MT for the big race. The race will last about five hours, concluding around 2 p.m. MT.

What Time is Indy 500 Pacific Time?

Out on the West Coast, coverage of the Indy 500 begins at 8 a.m. on NBC. IndyCar fans then can expect to see the 2023 winner on the podium around 1 p.m. PT.

Indy 500 Start by Time Zones

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