Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 4 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 10320 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$35
FlixBus Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews
The bus driver was very rude he didn't announce any stops passed my stop taking me 30 miles passed my stop I'm very angry then he tried to put me off the bus in the middle of nowhere this is my second time riding the flex bus but this time was a horrible experience that guy needs to be fired asap
1 out of 5 stars
Lorraine E.
They canceled the Amtrak Thruway bus, which left me stuck in Chicago. Late for all my Monday appointments. It was and is ridiculous. No cancellation notice, plainly unprofessional.
1 out of 5 stars
Kurt R.
I was waiting in Indianapolis for my parents (who didn't have a phone on them since they're traveling internationally) to arrive from Chicago but the bus was severely delayed, by almost 90 minutes! However, the FlixBus tracker said the bus was on-time and in fact, in Bloomington after going past Indianapolis! I couldn't find a customer service number for FlixBus. When a fellow passenger called Greyhound (who I'm told is a partner), we were informed the same and that the driver had headed to Bloomington somehow skipping Indianapolis. This caused a whole lot of confusion for everyone around and a couple of them who were waiting for this bus went on to reschedule their bus trip to Atlanta (the next major destination on this route). Needless to say, I was really concerned about my parents' safety as I didn't know where I could even meet them -Bloomington or some other place altogether! FlixBus needs to have accurate tracking and for God's sake, a valid customer service unit available by phone.
According to 66 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the seats. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$32
FlixBus Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews
The bus driver was very rude he didn't announce any stops passed my stop taking me 30 miles passed my stop I'm very angry then he tried to put me off the bus in the middle of nowhere this is my second time riding the flex bus but this time was a horrible experience that guy needs to be fired asap
1 out of 5 stars
Lorraine E.
They canceled the Amtrak Thruway bus, which left me stuck in Chicago. Late for all my Monday appointments. It was and is ridiculous. No cancellation notice, plainly unprofessional.
1 out of 5 stars
Kurt R.
I was waiting in Indianapolis for my parents (who didn't have a phone on them since they're traveling internationally) to arrive from Chicago but the bus was severely delayed, by almost 90 minutes! However, the FlixBus tracker said the bus was on-time and in fact, in Bloomington after going past Indianapolis! I couldn't find a customer service number for FlixBus. When a fellow passenger called Greyhound (who I'm told is a partner), we were informed the same and that the driver had headed to Bloomington somehow skipping Indianapolis. This caused a whole lot of confusion for everyone around and a couple of them who were waiting for this bus went on to reschedule their bus trip to Atlanta (the next major destination on this route). Needless to say, I was really concerned about my parents' safety as I didn't know where I could even meet them -Bloomington or some other place altogether! FlixBus needs to have accurate tracking and for God's sake, a valid customer service unit available by phone.
Based on 5432 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$57
FlixBus Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews
The bus driver was very rude he didn't announce any stops passed my stop taking me 30 miles passed my stop I'm very angry then he tried to put me off the bus in the middle of nowhere this is my second time riding the flex bus but this time was a horrible experience that guy needs to be fired asap
1 out of 5 stars
Lorraine E.
They canceled the Amtrak Thruway bus, which left me stuck in Chicago. Late for all my Monday appointments. It was and is ridiculous. No cancellation notice, plainly unprofessional.
1 out of 5 stars
Kurt R.
I was waiting in Indianapolis for my parents (who didn't have a phone on them since they're traveling internationally) to arrive from Chicago but the bus was severely delayed, by almost 90 minutes! However, the FlixBus tracker said the bus was on-time and in fact, in Bloomington after going past Indianapolis! I couldn't find a customer service number for FlixBus. When a fellow passenger called Greyhound (who I'm told is a partner), we were informed the same and that the driver had headed to Bloomington somehow skipping Indianapolis. This caused a whole lot of confusion for everyone around and a couple of them who were waiting for this bus went on to reschedule their bus trip to Atlanta (the next major destination on this route). Needless to say, I was really concerned about my parents' safety as I didn't know where I could even meet them -Bloomington or some other place altogether! FlixBus needs to have accurate tracking and for God's sake, a valid customer service unit available by phone.
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at US$193
FlixBus Chicago Indianapolis recent customer reviews
The bus driver was very rude he didn't announce any stops passed my stop taking me 30 miles passed my stop I'm very angry then he tried to put me off the bus in the middle of nowhere this is my second time riding the flex bus but this time was a horrible experience that guy needs to be fired asap
1 out of 5 stars
Lorraine E.
They canceled the Amtrak Thruway bus, which left me stuck in Chicago. Late for all my Monday appointments. It was and is ridiculous. No cancellation notice, plainly unprofessional.
1 out of 5 stars
Kurt R.
I was waiting in Indianapolis for my parents (who didn't have a phone on them since they're traveling internationally) to arrive from Chicago but the bus was severely delayed, by almost 90 minutes! However, the FlixBus tracker said the bus was on-time and in fact, in Bloomington after going past Indianapolis! I couldn't find a customer service number for FlixBus. When a fellow passenger called Greyhound (who I'm told is a partner), we were informed the same and that the driver had headed to Bloomington somehow skipping Indianapolis. This caused a whole lot of confusion for everyone around and a couple of them who were waiting for this bus went on to reschedule their bus trip to Atlanta (the next major destination on this route). Needless to say, I was really concerned about my parents' safety as I didn't know where I could even meet them -Bloomington or some other place altogether! FlixBus needs to have accurate tracking and for God's sake, a valid customer service unit available by phone.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Indianapolis
What is the distance between Chicago and Indianapolis?
The distance covered from Chicago to Indianapolis is 264 km (164 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Indianapolis?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Greyhound Amtrak Station, in Indianapolis.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08-28
US$40
08-29
US$73
Today
US$38
08-31
US$42
09-01
US$52
09-02
US$35
09-03
US$33
09-04
US$30
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$30
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$122 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-09-04.
Usually FlixBus, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Indianapolis
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$30
