How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start at R 1 336. The average price for this route is around R 2 618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 942 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis produces an estimated 24 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Indianapolis from R 1 248 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 15m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 55m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 28 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 55m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 45m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 15m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 31 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 15m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 45m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 55m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 45m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 55m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 15m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	16h 15m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 45m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 55m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:00	199 Spring Garden St.	18h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	16h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 719, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21hAverage duration

937 kmDistance

85kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 336 - R 7 181	Average duration21h 55m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 719 - R 7 893	Average duration21h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Indianapolis?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 453 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87453 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 336

Greyhound Philadelphia Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The bus was very late and the layover was two hours longer than they told us it would be.

Lillian M.

13 October 2018

Very good

Alan T.

8 May 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 746 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start at R 1 336. The average price for this route is around R 2 618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 21h 55m, covering a distance of 942 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis produces an estimated 24 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

24/12

R 2 684

25/12

R 2 461

Today

R 4 495

27/12

R 2 530

28/12

R 2 051

29/12

R 1 761

30/12

No data

31/12

R 1 914

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 761

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 761 to R 5 401 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 761, which is on 2025-12-29.