Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 12 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:56 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just HK$628, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
21h 25mAverage duration
935 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceHK$628 - HK$2 757Average duration21h 25m
23kg CO₂e
Average priceHK$825 - HK$5 763Average duration21h 40m
85kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start at HK$628. The average price for this route is around HK$937. 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 21h 25m, covering a distance of 935 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis produces an estimated 23.367175 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 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 87564 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. 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 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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
09/06
HK$900
10/06
HK$828
Today
HK$852
12/06
HK$667
13/06
HK$755
14/06
HK$780
15/06
HK$872
16/06
HK$643
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on 16 Jun 2026 with a price of HK$643

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 HK$643 to HK$1 430 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 HK$643, which is on 2026-06-16.

Usually Greyhound 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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