Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Madison on October 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 20m	3:50pm	UW Madison	Cheapest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 5m	3:35pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	9h 15m	6:40pm	UW Madison	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Madison on October 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	9h 55m	3:35pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 5m	3:35pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 40m	3:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:20am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 25m	12:45pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	9h 15m	6:40pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:15am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	12:45pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	9h 25m	6:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	10h 10m	3:50pm	UW Madison	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Madison on October 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:20am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 5m	12:25pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 5m	3:35pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 40m	3:50pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:20am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 25m	12:45pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	9h 15m	6:40pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:15am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	12:45pm	UW Madison	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h	4:10pm	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	10h 10m	3:50pm	UW Madison	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:23 PM EDT.

Get from Indianapolis to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$879, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Madison

Stops in Indianapolis

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

A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA
B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA

Compare companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,556 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/516,131 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.

Greyhound

3.5/588,214 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Madison, WI 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 Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Madison start from MX$879. The average price for this route is around MX$1,428. 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 Madison?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Madison is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 281 miles (453 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Madison at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Madison?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Madison generates an estimated 11.32475 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 Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 6551 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Madison?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Madison?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Madison?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

10/07

MX$1,006

10/08

MX$1,136

Today

MX$1,788

10/10

MX$1,676

10/11

MX$1,229

10/12

MX$1,025

10/13

No data

10/14

MX$931

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Madison, WI was searched and found on Oct 14, 2026 with a price of MX$931

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

You can expect to pay from MX$931 to MX$2,551 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$931 which is on 2026-10-14.

Usually Amtrak, 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.