Find coaches from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH

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Next departures from Indianapolis to Columbus on 25 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Downtown Transit Center
100 E Rich StCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
FlixBus
Downtown Transit Center
100 E Rich StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags

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Bus Indianapolis to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$37
Average bus trip duration4h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance169 miles
Latest bus departure19:55

Indianapolis to Columbus Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Indianapolis to Columbus from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Columbus, OH

  1. How far is Columbus from Indianapolis by coach?

    The journey from Indianapolis to Columbus by coach covers an approximate distance of 168 miles (271 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Indianapolis to Columbus without a car?

    The best way to go from Indianapolis to Columbus without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
22/09
US$27
23/09
US$29
Today
US$26
25/09
US$27
26/09
US$29
27/09
US$29
28/09
US$29
29/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Columbus, OH was searched and found on 24 Sept 2025 with a price of US$26

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 US$26 to US$53 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 US$27, which is on 2025-09-25.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Indianapolis and Columbus!

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

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 Indianapolis to Columbus.

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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