How much does a bus ticket from Austin to Indianapolis cost?

The bus ticket price from Austin to Indianapolis starts at US$95. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Austin to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis?

The average travel time between Austin and Indianapolis is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1493 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Austin and Indianapolis?

The number of buses from Austin to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Austin to Indianapolis?

When taking the bus from Austin to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Austin to Indianapolis?

Buses travelling between Austin and Indianapolis leave from Greyhound Station or Airport Blvd and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Bus Austin to Indianapolis from US$124 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 30 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	14:35	Indianapolis Northeast	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 8h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:25	Downtown Austin	1d 13h	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:25	Downtown Austin	1d 21h	19:50	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:05	Austin South Congress	1d 15h	08:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	03:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	08:40	Downtown Austin	1d 7h	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	03:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	11:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	07:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	08:40	Downtown Austin	1d 10h	19:50	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	14:25	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	02:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:00	Downtown Austin	1d 15h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	14:25	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:25	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Austin to Indianapolis on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	14:25	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:53 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

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$95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1491 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$95 - US$376	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$156 - US$425	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Bus Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$156

Average bus trip duration1d 12h

Number of daily buses30

Earliest bus departure02:05

Distance1490 km

Latest bus departure23:10

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 341 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 117 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Austin to Indianapolis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Austin and Indianapolis?

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Austin to Indianapolis cost?
The bus ticket price from Austin to Indianapolis starts at US$95. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Austin to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis?
The average travel time between Austin and Indianapolis is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1493 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Austin and Indianapolis?
The number of buses from Austin to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Austin to Indianapolis?
When taking the bus from Austin to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Austin to Indianapolis?
Buses travelling between Austin and Indianapolis leave from Greyhound Station or Airport Blvd and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$131

29/10

US$175

Today

US$225

31/10

US$188

01/11

US$186

02/11

US$216

03/11

US$151

04/11

US$145

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$131

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$131 to US$225 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$145, which is on 2025-11-04.

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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 12h	Avg priceUS$156	Daily departures30
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 13h	Avg priceUS$284	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to Austin, TX, US by bus?

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