Bus Tickets from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis

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from US$104
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 10 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: September 12 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Northeast
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 10 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: September 11 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 10 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: September 11 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 10 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: September 12 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 10 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: September 11 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Downtown Transit Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Indianapolis

Bus
Average PriceUS$89 - US$300Average Duration1d 12h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$156 - US$414Average Duration1d 13h
136kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
US$89Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$124
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure3:05am
Distance1488 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Austin to Indianapolis Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin, TX, US - Indianapolis

  1. How far is Austin from Indianapolis?

    The distance between Austin and Indianapolis is around 1493 km (926 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to Indianapolis?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Austin, and end it at Greyhound Amtrak Station, in Indianapolis.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-06
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09-07
US$205
Today
US$142
09-09
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09-10
US$96
09-11
US$114
09-12
US$110
09-13
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Sep 10, 2025 with a price of US$96

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

You can expect to pay from US$96 to US$205 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$96 which is on 2025-09-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin to Indianapolis.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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