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Next departures for Indianapolis to Rockford on September 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 10m	11:20am	East Side Transfer Center
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	9h 55m	2:10pm	Rockford, IL
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 50m	2:30pm	East Side Transfer Center
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Transit Center	6h	2:30pm	East Side Transfer Center
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	9h 20m	7:10pm	Rockford, IL

Get from Indianapolis to Rockford

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

226 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

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Amtrak

4.1/56,520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/515,953 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

3.5/588,183 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, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL 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 Rockford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Rockford start from CHF 34. The average price for this route is around CHF 49. 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 Rockford?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Rockford is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 226 miles (365 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Rockford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Rockford at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Rockford?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Rockford generates an estimated 9.11285 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 Rockford?
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 6497 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Rockford?
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 Rockford?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Rockford?
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

09/26

CHF 40

09/27

CHF 31

Today

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09/29

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09/30

CHF 29

10/01

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10/02

CHF 33

10/03

CHF 35

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Sep 30, 2026 with a price of CHF 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 Rockford, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CHF 29 to CHF 90 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 29 which is on 2026-09-30.

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.