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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Indianapolis to Cleveland.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€54.77 | Avg. Price€147.19 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration13h 34m | Duration18h 22m |
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Indianapolis to Cleveland. Traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Cleveland usually takes around 14 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 263 mi (423 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €40.54 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Indianapolis to Cleveland
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Someone else was driving while I worked. Cons: Help with getting our bags out from under the bus. Tips: You need a paper ticket! Bar codes of phones won't work! Get your paper ticket printed as soon as you check in!
4.0
Pros: Comfy and on time - traffic delay that was not your fault. Clean. Our driver was helpful - other folks in Toledo not as much. Cons: See above. Tips: Fast and affordable.
Bus tickets for a trip from Indianapolis to Cleveland cost €46.68 on average. Tickets cheaper than €46.68 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.
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Indianapolis to Cleveland is expected to be between €43 and €62. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 14, 2025, when tickets are available for May 14, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just €47.
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 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €48.30 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are 3 bus lines from Indianapolis to Cleveland available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 1 | 6h 10m | €66.15 |
| FlixBus US | 5 | 13h 13m | €78.93 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 14h 23m | €57.27 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Indianapolis to Cleveland from €66. Typically there is one Barons Bus Lines schedule per day from Indianapolis to Cleveland and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Cleveland. In Indianapolis, Barons Bus Lines departs to Cleveland from 350 S Illinois St . In Cleveland, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Bus Terminal - 1465 Chester Ave .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Indianapolis to Cleveland takes 6 hours and 10 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 Cleveland.
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. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Indianapolis to Cleveland, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 4 bus trips from Indianapolis to Cleveland every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Cleveland usually start from €41.
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 263 miles from Indianapolis to Cleveland. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 10 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Cleveland at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Indianapolis to Cleveland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Indianapolis to Cleveland every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Indianapolis to Cleveland; ticket prices start at €90.84.
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.
An industrial powerhouse in the past eras, Cleveland offers to the world more than just LeBron James and Halle Berry. Unlike most other big cities, Cleveland still retains its quaint small-town feel, especially as you wander around the Cleveland Metroparks, a system of 21,000 acres of pure nature. For nature lovers, the Cleveland Botanical Garden provides a treasure trove of botanical knowledge and rare plant species. Another must-not-miss spot is the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which features exhibitions on the greatest legends such as Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles, etc.
For foodies, Cleveland truly is a mecca. The city boasts an array of top chefs and high-class establishments that can bring you an unforgettable experience. For authentic American classics, Sylman’s Deli has everything you need. If you are looking for a more diverse option, head to Momocho for some mouth-watering Mexican indulgences.
Cleveland’s main bus station is located just behind the Playhouse Square Parking Garage in the Theater District. The local Amtrak train station is also located downtown not too far from the bus station. The principal airport in the city is the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, which sits 9 miles southwest of Downtown and is located next to the Glenn Research Center.
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Link to image attributionUnion 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.
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Link to image attributionCleveland’s Bus Terminal at 1465 Chester Ave opened in 1948 amid wide celebration for its unique Streamline Moderne design. The aerodynamic architectural style, typical of Greyhound’s stations in big cities across the country, landed this station in the US National Register of Historic Places. Although the station was opened for Greyhound service, today, the station also serves Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Jefferson Lines. Vending machines and a snack bar in the station give you a chance to fuel up or take a short walk to one of several nearby cafés. The station sits in the heart of downtown Cleveland, and the Amtrak station is only 1 mile away.
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