Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 3 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	CheapestFastest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 4 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Cheapest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00	100 E Rich St	5h	16:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 5 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Cheapest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00	100 E Rich St	5h	16:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 6 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00	100 E Rich St	7h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 7 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	CheapestFastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 8 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	CheapestFastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 9 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	CheapestFastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Indianapolis on 10 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:30	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	03:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Cheapest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	09:45	100 E Rich St	3h 30m	13:15	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	Fastest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00	100 E Rich St	5h	16:00	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 40m	09:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 10m	18:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	4h 20m	04:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Columbus to Indianapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 592, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

169 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Columbus and Indianapolis

Stops in Columbus

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Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

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

Greyhound

3.5/588,197 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 19 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.4 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 601, with the trip lasting on average 4 hours 21 minutes.

Greyhound Columbus Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The greyhound was horrible bad staff messy environment. Even when I call everyone gives me different information. Terrible service I rather try to walk to my destination next time.

Sonia E.

20 January 2019

Three hour plus delay then stoppage due to stupid passengers smoking. Not happy.

Glenda M.

12 September 2018

They overbooked the bus. Didn’t tell the remaining 15 people who we waiting in line and then we were just left there as we watched the bus drive away while we still in confusion

Paige W.

19 August 2018

FlixBus

3.5/516,035 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Columbus, OH to Indianapolis

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

How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from Columbus to Indianapolis start from ZAR 592. The average price for this route is around ZAR 677. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Indianapolis is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 169 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Indianapolis at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from Columbus to Indianapolis produces an estimated 6.7776 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Columbus 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 88182 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Columbus to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus 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

01/10

ZAR 820

02/10

ZAR 649

Today

ZAR 649

04/10

ZAR 615

05/10

ZAR 547

06/10

ZAR 547

07/10

ZAR 495

08/10

ZAR 547

The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Indianapolis was searched and found on 7 Oct 2026 with a price of ZAR 495

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 495 to ZAR 2,049 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 495, which is on 2026-10-07.

Usually Greyhound 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.