How far is Indianapolis from Springfield by coach?

The journey from Springfield to Indianapolis by coach covers an approximate distance of 185 miles (299 km).

Is there a way to reach Indianapolis from Springfield without a car?

The best way to go from Springfield to Indianapolis without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Springfield to Indianapolis from £43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h	07:25	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:55	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h 40m	04:35	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h	07:25	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	04:40	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	14:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:20	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 40m	13:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 55m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 14:34 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield 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 9 hours and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9hAverage duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£29 - £113	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£52 - £325	Average duration12h 46m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,425 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,393 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis

How far is Indianapolis from Springfield by coach?
The journey from Springfield to Indianapolis by coach covers an approximate distance of 185 miles (299 km).
Is there a way to reach Indianapolis from Springfield without a car?
The best way to go from Springfield to Indianapolis without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£67

23/11

£67

Today

£63

25/11

£56

26/11

£60

27/11

£45

28/11

No data

29/11

£56

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on 27 Nov 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 Springfield, IL to Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £45 to £97 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-11-27.