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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $66
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $68
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $82
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $101
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $68
Bus Indianapolis to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Bus Indianapolis to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$72
Average bus trip duration11h 25m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure3:40 AM
Distance426 miles (687 km)
Latest bus departure10:05 PM

Indianapolis to Atlanta Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:40AM - 10:05PM
Minimum Price$81
Average Ticket Price$72
Minimum Trip Duration9h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h25m
Distance426 miles (687 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Indianapolis - Atlanta

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Atlanta. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

Traveling from Indianapolis to Atlanta takes about 11h 25m on average, although the fastest bus will take 9h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 427 miles (689 km) that separate the two cities.

Indianapolis and Atlanta are 427 miles (689 km) apart.

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses from Indianapolis to Atlanta can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Indianapolis to Atlanta by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 3:40 AM for the initial departure and runs until 10:05 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Indianapolis to Atlanta start their journey at Greyhound Amtrak Station and wind up at Atlanta Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $60, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $72 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $60 to $141, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Alliance Theatre, Six Flags Over Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park/The King Center, The Centennial Olympic Park and The Punchline Comedy Club.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Indianapolis and Atlanta!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Indianapolis to Atlanta, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Indianapolis to Atlanta will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Indianapolis to Atlanta while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Atlanta?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time11h 25mAvg Price$72Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 8hAvg Price$218Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Atlanta is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $72 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $60. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Atlanta, choose the bus, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Atlanta in about 11h 25m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Indianapolis by bus?

Bus from Atlanta to Indianapolis

You can also go to Atlanta by train

Train from Indianapolis to Atlanta

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