How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Columbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Columbus start from CLP 32,122. The average price for this route is around CLP 34,862. 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 Indianapolis to Columbus?

The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Columbus is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 271 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Columbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Columbus at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus generates an estimated 6.771675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Columbus?

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 87544 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Columbus?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Columbus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Indianapolis to Columbus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Indianapolis to Columbus from CLP 25,571 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Columbus on May 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 45m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	3:40am	100 E Rich St	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 30m	9:05pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Downtown Transit Center	5h 5m	5:10pm	100 E Rich St	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 40m	12:35am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:30 PM EDT.

Get from Indianapolis to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 32,122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

271 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Columbus?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,552 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to 11 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the staff, but some complained about the power outlets. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 32,122

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Indianapolis Columbus recent customer reviews

It was on-time. Adequate stops for breaks and to purchase snacks. The cooling system worked as expected.

Uchechi O.

July 28, 2025

It was a good trip, I think it would be better if there were some entertainment options

Doaa A.

May 7, 2019

We were told in Indianapolis that bus was in Terre Haute and bus will be an hour n half late turned out to be 2 1/2 hours. Nobody informed update on bus. Not a Happy customer

Isabel R.

March 23, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,601 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH 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 Indianapolis to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Columbus start from CLP 32,122. The average price for this route is around CLP 34,862. 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 Indianapolis to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Columbus is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 271 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Columbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Columbus at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Columbus generates an estimated 6.771675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Columbus?
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 87544 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Columbus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Indianapolis to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller 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

05-06

CLP 32,880

05-07

CLP 28,312

Today

CLP 35,621

05-09

CLP 30,139

05-10

CLP 31,053

05-11

CLP 28,312

05-12

CLP 26,942

05-13

CLP 25,571

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH was searched and found on May 13, 2026 with a price of CLP 25,571

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 25,571 to CLP 63,941 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 25,571 which is on 2026-05-13.

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.