How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Raleigh start from $102. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Raleigh?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Raleigh is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 494 miles (796 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

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

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh generates an estimated 20 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 Raleigh?

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 5762 reviews.

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

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 Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

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.

Bus Indianapolis to Raleigh from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Raleigh on March 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	22h 30m	4:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 50m	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 8h	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	20h 45m	1:25am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	23h 20m	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM EDT.

Get from Indianapolis to Raleigh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

22h 20mAverage Duration

494 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Raleigh?

Stops in Indianapolis

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

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,527 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,311 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Amtrak

4/55,767 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Raleigh start from $102. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Raleigh?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Raleigh is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 494 miles (796 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Raleigh at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh generates an estimated 20 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 Raleigh?
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 5762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Raleigh?
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 Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Raleigh?
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

03/10

$206

03/11

$134

Today

$204

03/13

$147

03/14

$141

03/15

No data

03/16

$111

03/17

$130

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh was searched and found on Mar 16, 2026 with a price of $111

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

You can expect to pay from $111 to $1,045 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2026-03-16.

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.