How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Indianapolis start from $89. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?

The average bus travel time from Springfield to Indianapolis is 9h, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Springfield to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Indianapolis at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Springfield to Indianapolis generates an estimated 7 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 Springfield 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 11828 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield to Indianapolis from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 40m	1:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	11h 40m	12:05am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h 10m	4:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 35m	12:55pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h	7:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 35m	12:55pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h 10m	4:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 55m	11:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h 10m	4:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 35m	12:55pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h	7:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Indianapolis on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h	7:25am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 35m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	8h 50m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:20am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	10h 35m	12:55pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	9h 10m	4:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:40 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield 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 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9hAverage Duration

298 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $238	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$95 - $1,054	Average Duration12h 46m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,022 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,497 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Indianapolis start from $89. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Springfield to Indianapolis is 9h, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Springfield to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Indianapolis at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Springfield to Indianapolis generates an estimated 7 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 Springfield 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 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield 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

01-10

$121

01-11

$118

Today

No data

01-13

$113

01-14

No data

01-15

$75

01-16

$89

01-17

$88

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $121 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2026-01-15.