How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Indianapolis start from A$158. The average price for this route is around A$191. 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 Houston to Indianapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Indianapolis is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 861 miles (1389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 31m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Indianapolis at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Indianapolis generates an estimated 34.714875 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 Houston to Indianapolis?

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 5788 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Houston to Indianapolis from A$150 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to Indianapolis on April 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	1d 8h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:15pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	1d 1h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:15am	Houston Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:10pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	9:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	2:10pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 1h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Indianapolis on April 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	1d 11h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:15pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	1d 1h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:50am	Houston Bus Station	1d 1h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:50am	Houston Bus Station	1d 5h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	1d 9h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 2:40 PM CDT.

Get from Houston to Indianapolis

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just A$158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

861 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Indianapolis?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,541 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.

Greyhound Houston Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The time of waiting at Dallas is too long, they ,also wasted time at 3 different places where we spent like l hour each.l think they should reduce time of waiting because it makes the journey stressful.

Folasade O.

August 11, 2019

Was everything ok

Antonio O.

December 29, 2019

The staff is excellent, delays pretty bad. My 26 hrs trip ended in 38 hrs.

Yamila L.

August 5, 2018

Tornado Bus

3.2/5175 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as A$445 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US 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 Houston to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Indianapolis start from A$158. The average price for this route is around A$191. 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 Houston to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Indianapolis is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 861 miles (1389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 31m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Indianapolis at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Houston to Indianapolis generates an estimated 34.714875 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 Houston to Indianapolis?
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 5788 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Indianapolis?
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

04/18

A$351

04/19

A$311

Today

A$245

04/21

A$270

04/22

A$215

04/23

A$210

04/24

A$175

04/25

A$191

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Apr 24, 2026 with a price of A$175

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

You can expect to pay from A$175 to A$423 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$175 which is on 2026-04-24.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.