Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Transit Center | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Transit Center | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
 | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
| Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station |
Get from Indianapolis to Joplin
The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Joplin
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Based on 88123 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 Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $82
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Joplin 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 Indianapolis to Joplin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Joplin start from $82. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 Indianapolis to Joplin?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Joplin is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 789 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Joplin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Joplin?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Joplin at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Joplin?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Joplin generates an estimated 19.704475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Joplin was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Joplin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $113 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Joplin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-09-09.
