Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL Bus
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Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus is 263.62 km and takes 4 hrs 7 mins. There are 35 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:15 a.m. and the last at 9:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $36.17 or as much as $110.33. The best price for this journey is $36.17.
| Lowest Price | $36.17 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 7 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 35 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $36.17 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $110.33 |
| First Departure | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 3:15 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 9:30 p.m. |
| Distance | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 263.62 km |
| Departure | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Indianapolis, IN |
| Arrival | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc. Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound |
Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL Bus Times
Compare prices and tickets from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL
Best time to book Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL travel
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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL
The cheapest Indianapolis, IN - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $35.35 if you’re lucky, or $40.74 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $51.17.
Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus
When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus.
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Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
18.45kg
Bus
19.77kg
Flight
52.72kg
Car
42.18kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is $58.85. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $36.17.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is $36.17. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago, IL by bus?
Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is 263.62 km.
How long does the bus between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago, IL take?
Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is on average 4 hrs 7 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL has 35 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL departs at 3:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL departs at 9:30 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $36.17 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
There are on average 33 direct connection(s) from Indianapolis, IN to go to Chicago, IL.
What's the fastest journey time between Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago, IL is 3 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL creates 19.77kg of CO2 emissions.