How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis start from $159. The average price for this route is around $218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Indianapolis?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Indianapolis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1291 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Indianapolis at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis?

A bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Indianapolis?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Indianapolis from $154 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Indianapolis on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	1:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	1d 8h	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 5h	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Indianapolis on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	1d 5h	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	1d	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:08 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1291 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $666	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$172 - $1,274	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Indianapolis?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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D
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
E
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
F
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,464 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis start from $159. The average price for this route is around $218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Indianapolis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1291 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Indianapolis at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$395

11-26

$423

Today

$307

11-28

$376

11-29

$426

11-30

$507

12-01

$349

12-02

$200

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $200

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $200 to $616 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.