Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from Indianapolis to Louisville during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Louisville. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Question 3

What bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Louisville?

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There are 4 bus lines from Indianapolis, Indiana to Louisville, Kentucky. With 5 daily trips, Miller Transportation usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Louisville?

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Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $18.00 was the low point for bus fares from Indianapolis to Louisville. Buses from Louisville to Indianapolis are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $18.00 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 20 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $11.76 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 5

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Indianapolis to Louisville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus usually takes around 2 hours and 41 minutes  to cover the 107 miles (172 kilometers) from Indianapolis, IN to Louisville, KY. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours, It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Indianapolis?

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The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Indianapolis to Louisville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 8

Where does the bus arrive in Louisville?

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These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Louisville, Kentucky:

Question 9

Where does the bus leave from in Indianapolis?

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Buses to Louisville leave from multiple locations in Indianapolis, Indiana. These are the 3 most popular bus stations:

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

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The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis to Louisville is by booking your trip as early as possible, as most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. That’s why you should book at least 20 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $11.76 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 11

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of Indianapolis to Louisville bus tickets is expected to range from to . If you are looking to travel to Louisville within the next week, you can find bus tickets as cheap as .
As of today, the next cheapest bus trip from Indianapolis to Louisville is on and it costs . Just search on Wanderu for Indianapolis to Louisville bus trips using the form above and sort the results by cheapest to see the best available deals for the date on which you plan to hit the road.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from Indianapolis to Louisville by bus will cost you about the same regardless of the time of year for which you plan your trip. In general, bus ticket prices for that route don’t fluctuate much throughout the year, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to board the bus to Louisville.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Louisville to Indianapolis?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Cheapest price	$18.00
Shortest duration	2h 0m
Trips per day	11
Bus lines	4

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Thruway	2	2h 8m	$31.00
Greyhound	3	2h 10m	$22.76
Miller Transportation	5	3h 58m	$35.49
Tornado Bus	1	2h 14m	$114.49

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