How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Indianapolis?

The cheapest coach tickets from Detroit to Indianapolis start from £36. The average price for this route is around £50. 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Indianapolis is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 240 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Indianapolis at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

A bus journey from Detroit to Indianapolis produces an estimated 10 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 Detroit 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 87387 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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.

Bus Detroit to Indianapolis from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to Indianapolis on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Detroit to Indianapolis on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	6h 35m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	18:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h	18:15	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Indianapolis on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	6h 35m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	18:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h	18:15	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Indianapolis on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	6h 35m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	18:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	12h 35m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Indianapolis on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	6h 35m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	18:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	11h	18:15	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:15 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit 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 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

11h 30mAverage duration

240 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£36 - £218	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£60 - £143	Average duration17h 23m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Indianapolis?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Indianapolis

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87403 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 £36

Greyhound Detroit Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The bus arrived late at Dayton Ohio station it was my transfer stop. The rates went up very costly which unreasonable.

Sriram V.

22 March 2019

Bus broke down leaving us on the side of the highway for 5 hours. Missing transfers. Don't think we are getting any kind of voucher.

Giovanna V.

28 August 2018

I have nothing to say.. Probably won't ever use another one

Kyle M.

25 June 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,461 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from Detroit to Indianapolis start from £36. The average price for this route is around £50. 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Indianapolis is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 240 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Indianapolis at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from Detroit to Indianapolis produces an estimated 10 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 Detroit 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 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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

25/11

£75

26/11

£74

Today

£62

28/11

£70

29/11

£93

30/11

£124

01/12

£63

02/12

£45

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

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

You can expect to pay from £45 to £234 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.