Bus from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Indianapolis to Philadelphia on May 19
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
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Downtown Transit Center
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
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Next departures for Indianapolis to Philadelphia on May 20
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Greyhound Amtrak Station
30th Street Station
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Next departures for Indianapolis to Philadelphia on May 21
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Greyhound Amtrak Station
30th Street Station
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Next departures for Indianapolis to Philadelphia on May 22
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Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Greyhound Amtrak Station
30th Street Station
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Indianapolis Bus Station
Philadelphia Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Philadelphia Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Philadelphia
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 261, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Indianapolis Philadelphia recent customer reviews
Wow. The bus was over five hours late, and no one at the info desk offered me any options. No discount, voucher, nothing.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Lillian M.
Initially the bus was behind getting into indianapolus but did keep customers informed. Columbus, the staff was not as communicative to the customers. The bus was to have originally leave at 1250 am did not leave until 3 am. Then, the representative was going to let people on board the bus first before the reboarders. It took the reboarders to speak up to make sure they boarded first. Columbus was just disorganized and not communicative. Then the bus to cleveland did not have a driver,as that person ran out of hours. They had to have staff drive down from Cleveland to Columbus and pick up the customers. Doesn't make ant sense.
The rest of the trip was good.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 5806 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 576
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Philadelphia start from R 1 261. The average price for this route is around R 1 813. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Philadelphia is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 579 miles (934 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Philadelphia at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23.34375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5801 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
05/16
R 1 752
05/17
R 1 650
Today
R 2 041
05/19
R 2 160
05/20
R 1 548
05/21
R 1 701
05/22
R 1 650
05/23
R 1 658
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of R 1 548
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 548 to R 15 167 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 548 which is on 2026-05-20.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of R 1 548
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
