Chicago to Indianapolis Bus
Chicago to Indianapolis
Indianapolis to Chicago
Chicago to Indianapolis Route Summary
Chicago to Indianapolis bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 26 daily bus departures available, including 6 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chicago bus station at 01:00h, arriving at Indianapolis bus station at 05:20h the same day. While latest bus departs at 21:45h, arriving at 00:50h the following day.
Departure station and country
Chicago, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country
Indianapolis, USA (United States)
Travel Distance
294 km
Average Trip Duration
04h 20min
Total Departures
26
Popular Operators
FlixBus
Lowest Price
$39
Transportation Options
Bus, Train
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Getting from Chicago and Indianapolis by bus
The shortest travel distance between Chicago and Indianapolis is 294 km. The fastest bus which departs at 21:45 has a travel time of 03:05h. The longest travel time on the route is 05:35h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Indianapolis earlier, there
are 6 night buses from Chicago to Indianapolis.
The overnight buses depart between 19:15 and 21:45 and arrive between 00:05 and 00:50
the same day.
Bus companies operating the Chicago to Indianapolis route
FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1359 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.Departure and arrival stations
For more details about Chicago or Indianapolis bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.Adult ticket: $39 (One-Way) or $78 (Return).
Over 1359 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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Other popular destinations from Chicago
If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Chicago, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:Other popular destinations from Indianapolis
If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Indianapolis, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:Frequently asked questions
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