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Pros: Well the fact it was on time and we made it there on time as well I love it !!!! Cons: Nothing it was all great. Tips: Don’t worry about it being late at all.
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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Cincinnati to Indianapolis. Traveling by bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis usually takes around 9 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 2 hours,
Distance | 99 mi (160 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
Cheapest price | €18.94 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
Bus lines | 2 |
Average score for buses from Cincinnati to Indianapolis
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Pros: Well the fact it was on time and we made it there on time as well I love it !!!! Cons: Nothing it was all great. Tips: Don’t worry about it being late at all.
Bus tickets for a trip from Cincinnati to Indianapolis cost €58.30 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than €58.30. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €56 to €71. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 30, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Indianapolis this week, bus tickets are available starting at €57.
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 18 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €4.56 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Cincinnati to Indianapolis that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Barons Bus Lines usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Barons Bus Lines | 3 | 11h 57m | €70.83 |
FlixBus US | 1 | 2h 0m | €21.18 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Cincinnati to Indianapolis from €35. There are 3 trips per day offered by Barons Bus Lines from Cincinnati to Indianapolis and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Indianapolis. In Cincinnati, Barons Bus Lines departs to Indianapolis from 109 Seventh St W and one other station. In Indianapolis, Barons Bus Lines arrives at 350 S Illinois St .
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Cincinnati to Indianapolis takes 11 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Indianapolis in 2 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Indianapolis.
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 1 trips per day from Cincinnati to Indianapolis, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 99 miles from Cincinnati to Indianapolis. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Cincinnati to Indianapolis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Cincinnati to Indianapolis every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cincinnati to Indianapolis; ticket prices start at €19.40.
A city famous for its idyllic beauty and quaint quarters, Cincinnati is the destination for tourists who wish to stay away from a large crowd. On a bright sunny day in Cincinnati, head over to Eden Park. Encompassing over 183 acres of green space and tree groves, the park lives up to its name, and there are some scenic ponds where you can unwind as well as take a few amazing pictures. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum might sound like a scary place to visit, but its tranquility and amazing landscape design, which was ahead of its time, will make it worth the while to check it out. For those who still crave some liveliness, watching a game at the Great American Ball Park, home of the oldest professional baseball team, the Cincinnati Reds, will be an unforgettable experience.
Cincinnati features a very diverse food scene in spite of its German roots. If you are looking to try out some refreshing Mediterranean dishes, head over to Abigail Street, one of the local favorites. For authentic German dishes, the door at Mecklenburg Gardens welcomes you.
There’s not a central bus station in the city, as each of the different bus carriers serving Cincinnati operates out of a different location. The principal Amtrak train station is the Union Terminal on Western Ave. Cincinnati is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal line. The city’s main airport is the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is located in Hebron, Kentucky.
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.
Cincinnati has two bus stations with service to Indianapolis.
109 Seventh St W
University of Cincinnati - 2985 Short Vine St
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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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