Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 4
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
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199 Spring Garden St.
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 5
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit Center
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 6
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit Center
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Transit Center
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 7
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Fastest
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit Center
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Transit Center
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 8
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Fastest
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit Center
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Transit Center
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on March 9
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199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Fastest
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit Center
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Transit Center
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Indianapolis
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 21 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 Philadelphia Indianapolis recent customer reviews
The bus was very late and the layover was two hours longer than they told us it would be.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start from $77. The average price for this route is around $135. 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 22h, covering a distance of 583 miles (940 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis generates an estimated 23 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
03/02
$86
03/03
$106
Today
$106
03/05
$83
03/06
$91
03/07
$86
03/08
$91
03/09
$83
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on Mar 5, 2026 with a price of $83
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $231 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2026-03-05.
Usually FlixBus 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.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on Mar 5, 2026 with a price of $83
