How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Indianapolis start from $23. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis?

The average bus travel time from Lafayette to Indianapolis is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Indianapolis at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Lafayette to Indianapolis generates an estimated 2 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 30m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 15m	4:10pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 15m	7:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Bus	12:20pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	1:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	1:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	9:40am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 30m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 30m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	9:40am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	9:40am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 30m	6:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	9:40am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	1:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lafayette to Indianapolis on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 35m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Bus	1:50pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 10m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Bus	9:35am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	1:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lafayette Bus Stop	1h 20m	2:50pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette 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 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

97 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $70	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $32	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Indianapolis?

Stops in Lafayette

A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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FlixBus

3.5/511,621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Indianapolis start from $23. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Lafayette to Indianapolis is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lafayette to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Indianapolis at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Indianapolis generates an estimated 2 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 Lafayette to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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

12-13

$27

12-14

$27

Today

$24

12-16

$21

12-17

$22

12-18

$20

12-19

$20

12-20

$20

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $56 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, IN to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually FlixBus 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.