Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to South Bend on August 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	5h 40m	3:10pm	South Bend	CheapestFastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 30m	3:10pm	South Bend	No tags
	12:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 15m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:30pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 20m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to South Bend on August 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 15m	8:50pm	South Bend	Cheapest
	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	5h 40m	3:10pm	South Bend	Fastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 30m	3:10pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:30pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 20m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to South Bend on August 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 30m	3:10pm	South Bend	Cheapest
	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	5h 40m	3:10pm	South Bend	Fastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	12:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 15m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:30pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 20m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to South Bend on August 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 30m	3:10pm	South Bend	Cheapest
	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	5h 40m	3:10pm	South Bend	Fastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	12:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 15m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:30pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	7h 20m	8:50pm	South Bend	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	10h 44m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 34m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 1,381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTHB 1,381 - THB 5,305	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTHB 2,187 - THB 21,208	Average Duration17h 34m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,428 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/515,165 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/588,060 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to South Bend 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 South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend start from THB 1,381. The average price for this route is around THB 1,942. 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 South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to South Bend is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 132 miles (212 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to South Bend at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend generates an estimated 5.290274999999999 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 South Bend?
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 6383 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to South Bend?
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

08/13

THB 2,259

08/14

THB 2,378

Today

THB 2,327

08/16

THB 2,378

08/17

THB 1,647

08/18

THB 1,393

08/19

THB 1,308

08/20

THB 1,342

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to South Bend was searched and found on Aug 19, 2026 with a price of THB 1,308

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

You can expect to pay from THB 1,308 to THB 15,016 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 1,308 which is on 2026-08-19.

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.