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Indianapolis to Merrillville Bus Schedule
Bus from Indianapolis to Merrillville: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Indianapolis to Merrillville. Traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Merrillville usually takes around 12 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 134 mi (215 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 5m |
| Cheapest price | RON 508.07 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Indianapolis to Merrillville
Average bus ticket prices from Indianapolis to Merrillville by month
What bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Merrillville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Indianapolis to Merrillville. Barons Bus Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 1 | 12h 6m | RON 508.07 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Indianapolis to Merrillville from RON 508. Typically there is one Barons Bus Lines schedule per day from Indianapolis to Merrillville and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Merrillville. In Indianapolis, Barons Bus Lines departs to Merrillville from 350 S Illinois St . In Merrillville, Barons Bus Lines arrives at 8290 Louisiana St .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Indianapolis to Merrillville takes 12 hours and 6 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Merrillville in 12 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Merrillville.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Merrillville
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 134 miles from Indianapolis to Merrillville. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Merrillville, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Indianapolis to Merrillville. It leaves the station in Indianapolis at 10:00am 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 Merrillville?
Main arrival station: 8290 Louisiana St
All buses from Indianapolis arrive at one main station in Merrillville.
All bus stations in Merrillville:
8290 Louisiana St
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