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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 Bus Station | 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 | Downtown Transit Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R$176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Indianapolis?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 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 by bus from Chicago to Indianapolis
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis start from R$176. The average price for this route is around R$217. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Indianapolis is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 260 km. The fastest bus can take 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 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Indianapolis at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis produces an estimated 6.499524999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 29 Apr 2026 with a price of R$154To 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 R$154 to R$462 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 R$154, which is on 2026-04-29.
Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.
