Bus from Louisville to Indianapolis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Louisville to Indianapolis on 7 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Louisville, KY
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
AmtrakBus
Louisville, KY
Greyhound Amtrak StationFastest
AmtrakBus
Louisville, KY
Greyhound Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Louisville, KY
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Louisville, KY
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:41 PM EST.

Get from Louisville to Indianapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 439, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1h 55mAverage duration
172 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Louisville to Indianapolis by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Indianapolis start at R 439. The average price for this route is around R 749. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Louisville to Indianapolis is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 172 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Louisville to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Indianapolis at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.

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

    A bus trip from Louisville to Indianapolis produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Louisville to Indianapolis?

    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 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville to Indianapolis?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

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

    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.

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

    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
04/01
R 570
05/01
R 486
Today
R 603
07/01
R 486
08/01
R 386
09/01
R 436
10/01
R 394
11/01
R 386
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Louisville to Indianapolis was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 386

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

You can expect to pay from R 386 to R 1 759 for a bus ticket from Louisville to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 386, which is on 2026-01-08.

Usually Tornado Bus, 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.

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