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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Downtown Transit Center | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus
| Downtown Transit Center | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
 | Bus
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
| Bus
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Joplin Bus Station |
Get from Indianapolis to Joplin
The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2,859, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Joplin
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Joplin 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 Joplin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Joplin start from TRY 2,859. The average price for this route is around TRY 3,659. 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 Joplin?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Joplin is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 489 miles (789 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Joplin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Joplin?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Joplin at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Joplin?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Joplin generates an estimated 19.70405 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Joplin was searched and found on Sep 22, 2026 with a price of TRY 2,501To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Joplin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 2,501 to TRY 3,501 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Joplin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 2,501 which is on 2026-09-22.
