Bus Tickets from Kansas City (MO) to Indianapolis

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TodayJun 9
TomorrowJun 10
from US$80
WedJun 11
ThuJun 12
from US$73
FriJun 13
from US$111
SatJun 14
from US$79
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MonJun 16

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Bus
Average PriceUS$68 - US$171Average Duration12h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$122 - US$630Average Duration15h 38m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 5mAverage Duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$102
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance726 km
Latest bus departure6:50pm

Kansas City to Indianapolis Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Kansas City to Indianapolis from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Kansas City to Indianapolis, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City (MO) - Indianapolis

  1. How long does it take to get to Indianapolis from Kansas City by bus?

    The bus ride from Kansas City to Indianapolis takes 12h 5m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Indianapolis in 9h 45m

  2. What is the distance between Kansas City and Indianapolis?

    Kansas City and Indianapolis are 728 km (452 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Kansas City will take you to Greyhound Amtrak Station in Indianapolis.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Kansas City to Indianapolis. With a starting ticket price of US$68, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    The bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis will cost you US$102, on average.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    Yes! If you're heading from Kansas City to Indianapolis, you'll find buses departing until 6:50pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-07
US$62
06-08
US$56
Today
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06-10
US$72
06-11
No data
06-12
US$65
06-13
US$103
06-14
US$71
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$56

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

You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$104 for a bus ticket from Kansas City to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$65 which is on 2025-06-12.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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