Bus from Portland, OR to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Portland to Indianapolis on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Portland Union Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Portland Union Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Portland Union Station
Indianapolis NortheastNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Portland Union Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Portland Union Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland 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 2 days, 19 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 19hAverage Duration
3028 kmDistance
76kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$217 - $1,177Average Duration2d 19h
76kg CO₂e
Average Price$539 - $3,260Average Duration3d 6h
275kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Indianapolis start from $217. The average price for this route is around $553. 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 Portland to Indianapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Portland to Indianapolis is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 3028 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Portland to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Portland to Indianapolis at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

    A bus trip from Portland to Indianapolis generates an estimated 76 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 Portland 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 5654 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland 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.

Best price found
12-23
$445
12-24
No data
Today
$368
12-26
$598
12-27
No data
12-28
$414
12-29
$504
12-30
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $368

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

You can expect to pay from $368 to $3,382 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $414 which is on 2025-12-28.

Usually 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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