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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Indianapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Downtown Transit Center | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | |||||
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
| Downtown Transit Center | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | |||||
| Greyhound Amtrak Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Chicago?
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 traveling from Indianapolis to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Chicago start from ₪102. The average price for this route is around ₪130. 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 Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Chicago is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 162 miles (261 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Chicago at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Chicago?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Chicago generates an estimated 6.510325000000001 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 Chicago?
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 Indianapolis to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Indianapolis to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Indianapolis to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 8, 2026 with a price of ₪96To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₪96 to ₪483 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪96 which is on 2026-07-08.
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.
