How do I get from Indianapolis to Springfield without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Springfield. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Springfield?

The average travel time from Indianapolis to Springfield is about 9h 20m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 7h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 miles (299 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Indianapolis from Springfield?

Indianapolis and Springfield are 185 miles (299 km) apart.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Indianapolis to Springfield?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $51, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

How much does a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield cost?

The bus ticket costs $64 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $51 to $135, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Bus Indianapolis to Springfield (IL) from $48 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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Next departures to Springfield

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 19 at 3:30am
Departure city: Indianapolis
Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
Arrival time: June 19 at 11:35am
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 19 at 7:10am
Departure city: Indianapolis
Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
Arrival time: June 19 at 12:53pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 43m
Departure time: June 19 at 7:10am
Departure city: Indianapolis
Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
Arrival time: June 19 at 12:53pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 43m
Departure time: June 19 at 5:15am
Departure city: Indianapolis
Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
Arrival time: June 19 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 40m
Departure time: June 19 at 3:15am
Departure city: Indianapolis
Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
Arrival time: June 19 at 1:55pm
Destination city: Springfield
Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 40m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $135	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$71 - $440	Average Duration12h 8m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Springfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$64

Average bus trip duration9h 20m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure3:15am

Distance185 miles (297 km)

Latest bus departure11:25am

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Amtrak

4/55,207 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/59,060 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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

3.5/587,035 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Indianapolis to Springfield Bus

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Springfield was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of $60

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

You can expect to pay from $60 to $235 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-06-19.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 Springfield?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 20m	Avg Price$64	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time12h 8m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures1

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How do I get from Indianapolis to Springfield without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Springfield?

How far is Indianapolis from Springfield?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Indianapolis to Springfield?

How much does a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Springfield cost?

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