Next bus departures
| 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 Dallas / Deep Ellum | Downtown Transit Center | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway | Indianapolis | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Dallas Bus Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Bus | Jefferson Bd | Indianapolis | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:41 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Indianapolis?
Stops in Dallas
- A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA - B205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
- D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211 - E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US - F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA
Stops in Indianapolis
- A350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Indianapolis start from $145. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Dallas to Indianapolis is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 1230 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 46m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Indianapolis at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Dallas to Indianapolis generates an estimated 31 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas 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 Dallas to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Dallas, TX to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $184To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dallas, TX to Indianapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $184 to $364 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2026-01-21.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dallas, TX to Indianapolis?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
