Bus from Houston, US to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Indianapolis on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
The Woodlands - Windvale Center
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
Tornado Bus
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
IndianapolisFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Greyhound Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Houston Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:44 AM CST.

Get from Houston to Indianapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
1399 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Indianapolis start from $166. The average price for this route is around $238. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Houston to Indianapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Houston to Indianapolis is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1399 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 31m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Indianapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Indianapolis at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Indianapolis?

    A bus trip from Houston to Indianapolis generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Indianapolis?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston 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
11-25
$389
11-26
$384
Today
$186
11-28
$359
11-29
$346
11-30
No data
12-01
No data
12-02
$228
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $186

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

You can expect to pay from $186 to $1,486 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $228 which is on 2025-12-02.

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