How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start from $67. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 451 miles (727 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Indianapolis route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Indianapolis at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis generates an estimated 18 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines , with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kansas City to Indianapolis from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kansas City to Indianapolis on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	10h 25m	6:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40am	Kansas City Bus Station	9h 15m	6:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	12h 5m	7:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	18h 50m	2:40pm	Indianapolis Northeast	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	17h	12:50pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

17h 10mAverage Duration

451 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $286	Average Duration17h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $263	Average Duration15h 48m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Indianapolis?

Stops in Kansas City

A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

Stops in Indianapolis

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

3.5/587,425 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 Kansas City Indianapolis recent customer reviews

It so good

Pamela R.

October 20, 2018

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start from $67. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 451 miles (727 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Indianapolis at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis generates an estimated 18 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Kansas City to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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

12/08

$111

12/09

$118

Today

$109

12/11

$68

12/12

No data

12/13

$66

12/14

No data

12/15

No data

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $130 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-13.