Bus Tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Indianapolis on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Greyhound Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Indianapolis

Bus
Average PriceUS$29 - US$193Average Duration3h 50m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$35 - US$73Average Duration4h 54m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
3h 50mAverage Duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 50m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance250 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to Indianapolis Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Indianapolis

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Indianapolis?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Indianapolis is 264 km (164 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, 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
09-28
US$46
09-29
US$35
Today
US$30
10-01
US$31
10-02
US$31
10-03
US$31
10-04
US$31
10-05
US$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$102 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2025-10-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Indianapolis, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Indianapolis will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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Train from Chicago to Indianapolis

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