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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Austin | Downtown Transit Center | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Indianapolis Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Downtown Transit Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and Indianapolis?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Indianapolis start from $153. The average price for this route is around $245. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Austin to Indianapolis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1503 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Indianapolis at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Mar 12, 2026 with a price of $179To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $179 to $364 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2026-03-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
