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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis (W Vermont St) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Greyhound Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis (W Vermont St) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Indianapolis (W Vermont St) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Indianapolis
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Indianapolis 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis start from MAD 305. The average price for this route is around MAD 387. 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Indianapolis is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Indianapolis at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Chicago to Indianapolis generates an estimated 6.4929749999999995 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jul 30, 2026 with a price of MAD 298To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 298 to MAD 1,135 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 298 which is on 2026-07-30.
Usually 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.
