How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis start from ARS 47,914. The average price for this route is around ARS 59,152. 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Indianapolis is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 261 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak , Burlington Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Indianapolis at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis produces an estimated 6.5009 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Indianapolis?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Indianapolis from ARS 40,674 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Indianapolis on 20 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3h 25m	00:05	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 5m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 50m	15:05	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 35m	10:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 55m	12:55	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:49 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 47,914, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

3h 50mAverage duration

261 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceARS 47,914 - ARS 179,322	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceARS 51,071 - ARS 85,922	Average duration4h 54m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Indianapolis?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,496 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12496 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 47,914

FlixBus Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The bus driver was very rude he didn't announce any stops passed my stop taking me 30 miles passed my stop I'm very angry then he tried to put me off the bus in the middle of nowhere this is my second time riding the flex bus but this time was a horrible experience that guy needs to be fired asap

Lorraine E.

26 February 2025

I was waiting in Indianapolis for my parents (who didn't have a phone on them since they're traveling internationally) to arrive from Chicago but the bus was severely delayed, by almost 90 minutes! However, the FlixBus tracker said the bus was on-time and in fact, in Bloomington after going past Indianapolis! I couldn't find a customer service number for FlixBus. When a fellow passenger called Greyhound (who I'm told is a partner), we were informed the same and that the driver had headed to Bloomington somehow skipping Indianapolis. This caused a whole lot of confusion for everyone around and a couple of them who were waiting for this bus went on to reschedule their bus trip to Atlanta (the next major destination on this route). Needless to say, I was really concerned about my parents' safety as I didn't know where I could even meet them -Bloomington or some other place altogether! FlixBus needs to have accurate tracking and for God's sake, a valid customer service unit available by phone.

Sathyanarayana R.

31 October 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,539 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to 66 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the seats. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 48,616

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The drivers was friendly and helpful. Loved her. The bus was old and barely made it to Indy. I have ANC headphones and I could hear the loud bus the whole way.

Zackary P.

11 June 2024

No assistance in putting luggage into the bus. Seats were in need of refurbishment as they were peeling and exposed.

Pindukai K.

29 March 2024

Staff was friendly and the bus was ok, but it was very very late, departing and even more, arriving

Marten D.

28 May 2022

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5788 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 78,669

Amtrak Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews

They canceled the Amtrak Thruway bus, which left me stuck in Chicago. Late for all my Monday appointments. It was and is ridiculous. No cancellation notice, plainly unprofessional.

Kurt R.

4 November 2024

Burlington Trailways

4.2/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis start from ARS 47,914. The average price for this route is around ARS 59,152. 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Indianapolis is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 261 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Indianapolis at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis produces an estimated 6.5009 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

17/04

ARS 60,317

18/04

ARS 50,496

Today

ARS 58,914

20/04

ARS 46,287

21/04

ARS 40,674

22/04

ARS 42,077

23/04

ARS 40,674

24/04

ARS 44,884

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of ARS 40,674

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 40,674 to ARS 134,678 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 40,674, which is on 2026-04-21.

Usually Amtrak, 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.