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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Indianapolis to Evansville. Traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Evansville usually takes around 9 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Miller Transportation bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 146 mi (234 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $38.81 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Evansville?
Bus tickets for a trip from Indianapolis to Evansville cost $42.52 on average. Tickets cheaper than $42.52 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Indianapolis to Evansville in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $39 to $46. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 1, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to Evansville this week, bus tickets are available starting at $39.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $52.43 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Evansville?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Indianapolis to Evansville that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 9h 40m | $50.29 |
| Miller Transportation | 1 | 4h 45m | $53.00 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Indianapolis to Evansville every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Evansville usually start from $37.
Book Miller Transportation from Indianapolis to Evansville from $53. Typically there is one Miller Transportation schedule per day from Indianapolis to Evansville and you can expect on average to pay for a Miller Transportation ticket to Evansville. In Indianapolis, Miller Transportation departs to Evansville from 350 S Illinois St . In Evansville, Miller Transportation arrives at Bus Terminal - 119 NW 6th St .
An average trip on Miller Transportation from Indianapolis to Evansville takes 4 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Miller Transportation offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Evansville.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 146 miles from Indianapolis to Evansville. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Evansville, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Indianapolis to Evansville. It leaves the station in Indianapolis at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Indianapolis
Indianapolis, or often referred to as just Indy, is the capital and largest city in the state of Indiana. While the city attracts thousands of visitors from the area every month, it is during Memorial Day weekend that Indianapolis becomes the place to be for over 300,000 race car fans from all over the globe. The reason for that is the Indianapolis 500, an annual automobile race and the world’s largest single day sporting event, taking place at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
If you’re not in Indianapolis for Memorial Day weekend, you can learn about the race and see a rare collection of 500 Indy race vehicles and memorabilia at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. And while you’re on a history streak, stop by at one of the many war memorials found throughout the city, like the Soldiers and Sailors monument, the World War II memorial, and the Indiana War Memorial where you must check out the Shrine Room for a stunning one-of-a-kind experience.
Over the past few years, Indianapolis has also been cultivating a vibrant restaurant scene, offering classic American dishes made with ingredients from local farmers, and a growing selection of international cuisine. If you’re a beer fan, you will be happy to know that Indianapolis has some of the highest quality breweries in the U.S.
Located in the heart of America’s Midwest, Indianapolis offers easy connections by bus and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Indianapolis?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 350 S Illinois St
Union Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and bus station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and bus carriers including Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Miller Transportation, and Burlington Trailways. The modern station is located directly south of the historic 1888 Union Station, which now houses a hotel, several restaurants, and a wedding venue. Union Station is in the Wholesale District of downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance to eateries and hotels. There is even an underground, climate-controlled walkway from the station to the nearby Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts.
All bus stations in Indianapolis:
350 S Illinois St
Where does the bus arrive in Evansville?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 119 NW 6th St
All buses from Indianapolis arrive at one main station in Evansville.
All bus stations in Evansville:
Bus Terminal - 119 NW 6th St
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