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

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend start at R 803. The average price for this route is around R 1 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to South Bend is 7h, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to South Bend route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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 5627 reviews.

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

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

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 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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.

Bus Indianapolis to South Bend from R 860 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 55m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	11h	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 9m	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 55m	20:30	South Bend	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:30	Downtown Transit Center	7h	20:30	South Bend	Fastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 9m	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 55m	20:30	South Bend	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:30	Downtown Transit Center	7h	20:30	South Bend	Fastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 9m	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 55m	20:30	South Bend	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:30	Downtown Transit Center	7h	20:30	South Bend	Fastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 9m	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to South Bend on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:30	Downtown Transit Center	7h	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 55m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 19m	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 9m	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:23 PM EST.

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 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 803, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7hAverage duration

213 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 803 - R 3 391	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 965 - R 2 104	Average duration15h 9m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend start at R 803. The average price for this route is around R 1 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to South Bend?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to South Bend is 7h, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
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 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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

13/12

R 1 376

14/12

R 1 514

Today

R 1 402

16/12

R 989

17/12

R 980

18/12

R 937

19/12

R 1 161

20/12

R 1 247

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to South Bend was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 937

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 R 937 to R 8 514 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 R 937, which is on 2025-12-18.

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.