How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Indianapolis start from $70. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Indianapolis is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 387 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Indianapolis at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Indianapolis?

A bus trip from Detroit to Indianapolis generates an estimated 10 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 Detroit 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 87527 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Indianapolis?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit 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.

Bus Detroit to Indianapolis from $60 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	13h 40m	12:55pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	4:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h	6:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	4:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h	6:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	4:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h	6:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	11h 30m	10:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h	6:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	4:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Detroit Bus Station	12h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Indianapolis on March 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h 15m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 55m	4:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	11h	6:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	12h 55m	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

12h 35mAverage Duration

387 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $218	Average Duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $282	Average Duration14h 14m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Indianapolis?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87531 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 Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $70

Greyhound Detroit Indianapolis recent customer reviews

The bus arrived late at Dayton Ohio station it was my transfer stop. The rates went up very costly which unreasonable.

Sriram V.

March 22, 2019

Bus broke down leaving us on the side of the highway for 5 hours. Missing transfers. Don't think we are getting any kind of voucher.

Giovanna V.

August 28, 2018

I have nothing to say.. Probably won't ever use another one

Kyle M.

June 25, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,363 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Indianapolis start from $70. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Indianapolis is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 387 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Indianapolis at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Detroit to Indianapolis generates an estimated 10 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 Detroit 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 87527 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit 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.

Best price found

03-24

$107

03-25

$106

Today

$117

03-27

$133

03-28

$101

03-29

$116

03-30

$78

03-31

$84

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $78 to $191 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2026-03-30.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.