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Today29 Apr
Tomorrow30 Apr
Wed1 May
from US$101
Thu2 May
Fri3 May
from US$101
Sat4 May
from US$101
Sun5 May
from US$98
Mon6 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Spring Garden Street
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$101
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Spring Garden Street
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$118
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$260
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$354
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$361
Bus Indianapolis to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Bus Indianapolis to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$128
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance581 miles
Latest bus departure22:05

Indianapolis to Philadelphia buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures06:45 - 22:05
Minimum PriceUS$83
Average Ticket PriceUS$128
Minimum Trip Duration15h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d2h
Distance581 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Philadelphia

The average bus ticket price from Indianapolis to Philadelphia is US$128. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Indianapolis and Philadelphia is around 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 583 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Indianapolis to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Indianapolis to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Indianapolis to Philadelphia.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Indianapolis to Philadelphia.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time1d 2hAvg priceUS$128Daily departures10
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time20h 36mAvg priceUS$167Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Philadelphia is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$128 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$75. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, choose the bus, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Philadelphia in about 20h 36m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Indianapolis by bus?

Bus from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

You can also go to Philadelphia by train

Train from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

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