How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Columbus start from $33. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Columbus?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Columbus is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Columbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Columbus at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Columbus?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Columbus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Columbus?

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 Indianapolis to Columbus from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Columbus on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 40m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
Bus	4:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h 30m	7:50pm	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 45m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 30m	9:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Columbus on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 45m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
	Bus	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 40m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
	Bus	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 30m	9:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	8h 15m	7:45am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Columbus on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	3:40am	100 E Rich St	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 45m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h 30m	7:50pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 30m	9:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 40m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:15 PM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Columbus?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Indianapolis Columbus recent customer reviews

It was on-time. Adequate stops for breaks and to purchase snacks. The cooling system worked as expected.

Uchechi O.

July 28, 2025

It was a good trip, I think it would be better if there were some entertainment options

Doaa A.

May 7, 2019

We were told in Indianapolis that bus was in Terre Haute and bus will be an hour n half late turned out to be 2 1/2 hours. Nobody informed update on bus. Not a Happy customer

Isabel R.

March 23, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,559 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Columbus start from $33. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Columbus is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 168 miles (271 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Columbus at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Columbus?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Columbus?
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

12/07

$39

12/08

$31

Today

$32

12/10

$30

12/11

$29

12/12

$30

12/13

No data

12/14

No data

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $103 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually FlixBus 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.