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Tulsa to Indianapolis Bus Schedule
Bus from Tulsa to Indianapolis: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Tulsa to Indianapolis. Traveling by bus from Tulsa to Indianapolis usually takes around 18 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 591 mi (951 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $89.96 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Tulsa to Indianapolis
- Greyhound: 5 daily buses from $90
- Jefferson Lines: 1 daily buses from $179
- Tornado Bus: 1 daily buses from $325
What bus companies travel from Tulsa to Indianapolis?
There are 3 bus lines from Tulsa to Indianapolis available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 18h 32m | $142.89 |
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 1d 4h 30m | $179.00 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 1d 9h 36m | $325.00 |
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 performs about 5 bus trips from Tulsa to Indianapolis every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Indianapolis usually start from $90.
Book Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Indianapolis from $179. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Tulsa to Indianapolis and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Indianapolis. In Tulsa, Jefferson Lines departs to Indianapolis from Tulsa Bus Station . In Indianapolis, Jefferson Lines arrives at 350 S Illinois St .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Indianapolis takes 28 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Indianapolis in 12 hours and 55 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tulsa to Indianapolis
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 591 miles from Tulsa to Indianapolis. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 55 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.
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, 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tulsa to Indianapolis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Tulsa?
Main departure station: Tulsa Bus Station
Tulsa has two bus stations with service to Indianapolis.
All bus stations in Tulsa:
Tulsa Bus Station
El Mercadito
Where does the bus arrive in Indianapolis?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival 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
E Washington St
Indianapolis Northeast
2911 W Washington St
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