Which bus from Chicago to Indianapolis is the cheapest?

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Indianapolis from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
from $31
tomorrow
from $31
Tuesday
from $28
Wednesday
from $32
Thursday
from $30
Friday
from $27
Saturday
from $30

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 45m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:55 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $31
FlixBus 4h 15m 12:30 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 4:45 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $33
FlixBus 4h 30m 8:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $33
FlixBus 4h 35m 7:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $33
Greyhound US 4h 55m 2:10 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $33

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 15m 12:30 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 4:45 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
FlixBus 3h 30m 8:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
FlixBus 3h 45m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 6:15 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
Greyhound US 3h 55m 2:10 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $31
Greyhound US 4h 20m 1:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $31

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 3h 45m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:55 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $28
Greyhound US 4h 20m 1:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $28
Greyhound US 3h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:50 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 3h 55m 8:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32
FlixBus 3h 40m 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:10 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 55m 8:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32
FlixBus 4h 30m 10:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:00 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32
FlixBus 4h 40m 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:10 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32
Greyhound US 4h 45m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:55 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $32
Greyhound US 5h 10m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:50 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $32

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 45m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:55 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $30
Greyhound US 5h 10m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:50 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $30
Greyhound US 5h 50m 12:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:30 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 4h 55m 8:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32
FlixBus 4h 30m 10:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:00 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $32

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 45m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:55 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $27
Greyhound US 5h 20m 1:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $29
Greyhound US 4h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:50 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 4h 15m 12:30 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 4:45 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
FlixBus 4h 30m 8:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:55 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 4h 20m 1:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 3h 15m 12:30 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 4:45 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
FlixBus 3h 45m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 6:15 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
FlixBus 3h 40m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 11:20 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $31
Greyhound US 3h 55m 2:10 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:05 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $31

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Indianapolis is $26 on 8/22/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Indianapolis

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Indianapolis are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 48 daily buses from Chicago to Indianapolis. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 46 daily coaches between Chicago and Indianapolis.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 112 buses from Chicago to Indianapolis, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Indianapolis, with 28 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 47 times every day by bus from Chicago to Indianapolis in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis starting from $26!

Cheapest Bus $26
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 47 Ø
Distance 165.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Indianapolis

Every day, 47 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Indianapolis: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/11/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/10
$31
Monday 08/11
$31
Tuesday 08/12
$28
Wednesday 08/13
$32
Thursday 08/14
$30
Friday 08/15
$27
Saturday 08/16
$30
Sunday 08/17
$31
Monday 08/18
$31
Tuesday 08/19
$28
Wednesday 08/20
$27
Thursday 08/21
$27
Friday 08/22
$26
Saturday 08/23
$29
Sunday 08/24
$31
Monday 08/25
$27
Tuesday 08/26
$31
Wednesday 08/27
$27
Thursday 08/28
$29
Friday 08/29
Saturday 08/30
$33
Sunday 08/31
$31
Monday 09/01
$36
Tuesday 09/02
$35
Wednesday 09/03
$30
Thursday 09/04
Friday 09/05
Saturday 09/06

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Indianapolis

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $26, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Indianapolis. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $31.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis, with $26. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Indianapolis

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Indianapolis are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Indianapolis

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Indianapolis from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Indianapolis

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Indianapolis.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Indianapolis? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Indianapolis? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Indianapolis bus

How much does a Chicago Indianapolis bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $26 and takes 4h 45m to reach Indianapolis. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Indianapolis?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $26 and $61. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Indianapolis.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Indianapolis each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Indianapolis bus route is served by approximately 47 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Indianapolis take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Indianapolis is offered by Greyhound US and takes 4h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $39. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus arriving in Indianapolis from Chicago starts at 12:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Indianapolis?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Indianapolis starts at 11:59 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Indianapolis route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Indianapolis, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Indianapolis?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Indianapolis by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Indianapolis bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Indianapolis bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Indianapolis bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Indianapolis

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Indianapolis

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Indianapolis. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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