Bus from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Baton Rouge on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Transit Center
Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:11 AM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1133 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge start from $180. The average price for this route is around $237. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1133 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Baton Rouge route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.

Best price found
01-11
No data
01-12
$222
Today
$225
01-14
$177
01-15
No data
01-16
$224
01-17
No data
01-18
$207
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $177

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

You can expect to pay from $177 to $456 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2026-01-14.

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.

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