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Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN by bus

The journey from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN by bus is 163.81 mi and takes 4 hr 5 min. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:10 AM and the last at 10:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN by bus for as little as $30.42 or as much as $80.55. The best price for this journey is $30.42.

Lowest Price $30.42
Journey Duration 4 hr 5 min
Connection per Day 34
Lowest Price $30.42
Highest Price $80.55
First Departure 6:10 AM
Last Departure 10:30 PM
Distance 163.81 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Indianapolis, IN
Carriers Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc.

Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN Bus Times

Departure date
Sunday, May 18, 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

The cheapest Chicago, IL - Indianapolis, IN bus tickets can be found for as low as $28.11 if you’re lucky, or $36.31 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $53.92.

Find the best day to travel to Indianapolis, IN by bus

When travelling to Indianapolis, IN by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN
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Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
18.45kg
Bus
19.77kg
Flight
52.72kg
Car
42.18kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is $38.26. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $30.42.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is $30.42. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN by bus?
Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is 163.81 mi.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN take?
Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is on average 4 hr 5 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 5 min.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN has 34 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN departs at 6:10 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN departs at 10:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $30.42 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
There are on average 33 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to Indianapolis, IN.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN is 3 hr 5 min.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN creates 19.77kg of CO2 emissions.