Bus from Indianapolis to Madison, WI: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Indianapolis to Madison on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Dutch Mill Park & RideNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Transit Center
Dutch Mill Park & RideNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Transit Center
North Lake StNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Transit Center
North Lake StNo tags
AmtrakBus
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Dutch Mill Park & RideNo tags

Get from Indianapolis to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
9h 55mAverage duration
283 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to Madison, WI

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Madison start from £39. The average price for this route is around £78. 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 journey from Indianapolis to Madison?

    The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Madison is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 283 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Madison?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Madison at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

    A bus journey from Indianapolis to Madison produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Madison?

    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 5627 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Madison?

    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 Madison?

    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
15/12
£57
16/12
£44
Today
£57
18/12
No data
19/12
No data
20/12
£60
21/12
No data
22/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Madison, WI was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £44

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

You can expect to pay from £44 to £74 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £60, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.

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