Find coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBus
Cherry Hill Mall
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Bus
Average priceUS$70 - US$338Average duration21h 55m
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$98 - US$211Average duration21h
85kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
21h 55mAverage duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$102
Average bus trip duration21h 55m
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure03:10
Distance563 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Philadelphia to Indianapolis Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Indianapolis

  1. What's the distance between Philadelphia and Indianapolis by coach?

    The journey from Philadelphia to Indianapolis by coach covers an approximate distance of 583 miles (940 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Philadelphia to Indianapolis without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/08
US$192
30/08
US$135
Today
US$109
01/09
US$106
02/09
US$108
03/09
US$94
04/09
US$80
05/09
US$91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$80

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

You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$253 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80, which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia to Indianapolis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Philadelphia to Indianapolis that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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