How much is the bus ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The cheapest coach tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from £38. The average price for this route is around £52. 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the South Bend to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Tornado Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Indianapolis at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.

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

A bus journey from South Bend to Indianapolis produces an estimated 5 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Indianapolis?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from South Bend 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus South Bend to Indianapolis from £31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:58 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£38 - £103	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£44 - £94	Average duration15h 58m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tornado Bus

3/5158 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from South Bend 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from £38. The average price for this route is around £52. 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Indianapolis at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from South Bend to Indianapolis produces an estimated 5 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from South Bend 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 South Bend to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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

13/12

£54

14/12

£52

Today

£42

16/12

£44

17/12

£42

18/12

£43

19/12

£64

20/12

£61

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Indianapolis was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £42

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

You can expect to pay from £42 to £64 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-12-17.