Bus from Indianapolis to South Bend: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 23 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Northeast
South BendNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
South BendNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
South BendNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Transit Center
South BendNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
South BendNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just MX$768, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
8hAverage duration
132 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceMX$768 - MX$2,421Average duration8h
5kg CO₂e
Average priceMX$1,310 - MX$2,248Average duration14h 44m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to South Bend

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend start from MX$768. The average price for this route is around MX$1,079. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to South Bend is 8h, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to South Bend route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to South Bend at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 13:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    A bus journey from Indianapolis to South Bend produces an estimated 5.299575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5788 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
20/04
MX$1,218
21/04
MX$1,076
Today
MX$1,182
23/04
MX$1,076
24/04
MX$1,147
25/04
MX$658
26/04
No data
27/04
MX$729
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to South Bend was searched and found on 25 Apr 2026 with a price of MX$658

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

You can expect to pay from MX$658 to MX$7,822 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$658, which is on 2026-04-25.

Usually Amtrak 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to South Bend?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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