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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | North Lake St | Downtown Transit Center | Cheapest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Indianapolis Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Greyhound Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | North Lake St | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| North Lake St | Downtown Transit Center | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Indianapolis
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Indianapolis?
Stops in Madison
- A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA - B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from Madison to Indianapolis start from £36. The average price for this route is around £61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madison to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Madison to Indianapolis is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 279 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Indianapolis at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from Madison to Indianapolis produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Madison 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madison 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 Madison 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.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Indianapolis was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of £44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Indianapolis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £44 to £365 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-12-28.
Usually Amtrak, Jefferson Lines 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.
