How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Indianapolis start from $114. The average price for this route is around $276. 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?

The average bus travel time from Dallas to Indianapolis is 22h, covering a distance of 1229 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 46m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Dallas to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Indianapolis at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Dallas to Indianapolis generates an estimated 31 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Dallas to Indianapolis from $158 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:50pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h 30m	7:20pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	7:50pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h 30m	7:20pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:50pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h 30m	7:20pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	14h 46m	11:01am	Indianapolis	Fastest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	4:15pm	Jefferson Bd	17h 46m	11:01am	Indianapolis	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:50pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h 30m	7:20pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:50pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h 30m	7:20pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	14h 46m	11:01am	Indianapolis	Fastest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	4:55pm	Jefferson Bd	17h 6m	11:01am	Indianapolis	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Indianapolis on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:00pm	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	9:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Dallas Bus Station	20h 30m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	Dallas Bus Station	22h	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00pm	Dallas Bus Station	20h 35m	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas 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 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

22hAverage Duration

1229 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $577	Average Duration22h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$214 - $1,293	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 112kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Indianapolis?

Stops in Dallas

A
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
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B
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
C
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
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D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

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

Tornado Bus

3/5157 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87409 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $114

Greyhound Dallas Indianapolis recent customer reviews

Was post to get to Indianapolis at 9 am didn’t get here till 730 pm had to sleep at a bus station in Tulsa didnt like the worker there

Marcus L.

November 24, 2018

Sucks never using it again

Sarah S.

April 25, 2019

Excellent service

Olutomiwa A.

February 15, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,483 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Indianapolis start from $114. The average price for this route is around $276. 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to Indianapolis is 22h, covering a distance of 1229 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 46m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Indianapolis at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Dallas to Indianapolis generates an estimated 31 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11-28

$309

11-29

$294

Today

$366

12-01

$359

12-02

$257

12-03

$233

12-04

$195

12-05

$191

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $191

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

You can expect to pay from $191 to $591 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $191 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.