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Bus South Bend to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Bus South Bend to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$50
Average bus trip duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure5:00 AM
Distance132 miles (212 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

South Bend to Indianapolis Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from South Bend to Indianapolis is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from South Bend to Indianapolis will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Indianapolis from South Bend, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:00AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$34
Average Ticket Price$50
Minimum Trip Duration8h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h15m
Distance132 miles (212 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip South Bend - Indianapolis

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Indianapolis. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from South Bend to Indianapolis takes around 8h 15m, but you can get there in as little as 8h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 miles (214 km) that separate the two cities.

South Bend and Indianapolis are 133 miles (214 km) apart.

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from South Bend to Indianapolis may vary. Busbud can make your trip from South Bend to Indianapolis a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 5:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:30 PM for the final departure.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $29.

The bus ticket costs $50 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $29 and $157, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from South Bend to Indianapolis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from South Bend to Indianapolis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from South Bend to Indianapolis.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from South Bend to Indianapolis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

What's the cheapest way to go from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time8h 15mAvg Price$50Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time8h 4mAvg Price$80Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between South Bend and Indianapolis is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $50 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $29. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Indianapolis, choose the bus, as it will take you from South Bend to Indianapolis in about 8h 4m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to South Bend by bus?

Bus from Indianapolis to South Bend

You can also go to Indianapolis by train

Train from South Bend to Indianapolis

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