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Trips per day437
bus lines7
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About 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

Indianapolis Union Station

Indianapolis, IN - Indianapolis Union Station (350 S Illinois St) - INDAMT-0

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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.

Popular bus stations in Indianapolis:

  • 350 S Illinois St

  • E Washington St

  • Indianapolis Northeast

  • 2102 N Post Rd (BP Gas Station 70/91)

  • 3649 Lafayette Rd

  • 2911 W Washington St

What bus companies travel to Indianapolis, Indiana?

Located in Indiana, Indianapolis is accessible by bus from 104 other cities. You can choose from 437 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Indianapolis on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Indianapolis are also available.

Bus companies serving Indianapolis

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound33319h 32m$96.80
FlixBus US1911d 1h 47m$154.75
Barons Bus Lines799h 10m$69.23
Burlington Trailways3910h 49m$167.07
Tornado Bus3820h 8m$244.33
Amtrak Thruway34h 1m$55.91
Wanda Coach112h 38m$130.00

  • 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.

  • Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With affordable prices and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking for travel between cities' Chinatown districts.

Which bus carrier has the best service to Indianapolis?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Indianapolis by bus with Miller Transportation giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that OurBus had the most comfortable bus service to Indianapolis taking into account the seats and amenities that OurBus offers. They rate OurBus a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Indianapolis punctually, travelers suggest that Megabus has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Indianapolis, rating them a 4.9 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$6.00 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Indianapolis, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Indianapolis. In the last month, buses from Franklin to Indianapolis had the lowest average price at $6.00. The bus from Franklin to Indianapolis also tends to start at relatively low prices.

The busiest bus station in Indianapolis is 350 S Illinois St. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Indianapolis are:

  • 350 S Illinois St
  • E Washington St
  • Indianapolis Northeast
The closest airport to Indianapolis is Indianapolis Intl Airport (IND), it is located 8.1 miles from the city center of Indianapolis.
Indianapolis ranks number 18 among most popular bus destinations in the region. It also ranks number 679 in United States. Indianapolis has the most bus connections in the region. There are 211 bus schedules arriving in Indianapolis each day.
The population of Indianapolis is 829718. Indianapolis ranks number 7 in terms of population in Indiana and number 240 in all of United States.
Bus tickets to Indianapolis range from $6 for a short trip to Indianapolis, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Indianapolis starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Indianapolis can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $10.
People who take the bus to Indianapolis are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Indianapolis easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Indianapolis is E Washington St, located just 0.2 miles away. Select E Washington St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Indianapolis. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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