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Next departures for Madison to Indianapolis on August 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Bus	1:45pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:25pm	UW Madison	8h 30m	2:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:25pm	UW Madison	8h 30m	2:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station
	Bus	5:25pm	UW Madison	10h	4:25am	Downtown Transit Center
	Bus	5:40pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 45m	4:25am	Downtown Transit Center

Get from Madison to Indianapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 42,573, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Madison and Indianapolis

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

Stops in Indianapolis

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

3.5/515,376 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Amtrak

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Jefferson Lines

3.9/5797 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/588,089 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, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Elite

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI 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 Madison to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Indianapolis start from CLP 42,573. The average price for this route is around CLP 75,559. 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 Madison to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Indianapolis is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 281 miles (453 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Jefferson Lines, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Indianapolis at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Madison to Indianapolis generates an estimated 11.306225 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 Madison to Indianapolis?
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 6437 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Indianapolis?
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 Madison to Indianapolis?
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 Madison to Indianapolis?
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

08/24

CLP 38,642

08/25

CLP 49,012

Today

CLP 50,898

08/27

No data

08/28

CLP 43,356

08/29

CLP 43,356

08/30

No data

08/31

No data

The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Indianapolis was searched and found on Aug 24, 2026 with a price of CLP 38,642

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 38,642 to CLP 269,616 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 43,356 which is on 2026-08-28.

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.