What is the distance between Indianapolis and Chicago?

The distance separating Indianapolis and Chicago is 164 miles (264 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago?

If you're headed to Chicago from Indianapolis, chances are that your bus will leave from Greyhound Amtrak Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Robie House, Museum of Contemporary Art, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Brookfield Zoo and Architectural River Cruise.

Bus Indianapolis to Chicago from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h	10:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
	5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 40m	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
8:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h	10:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
8:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h	10:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50am	Indianapolis Bus Station	3h 50m	1:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
9:35pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h 15m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
7:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h 10m	9:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
7:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h 10m	9:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Chicago on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
8:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	3h	10:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
5:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 40m	7:55am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	4h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	3h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $206	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$31 - $73	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

3h 55mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$44

Average bus trip duration3h 55m

Number of daily buses33

Earliest bus departure2:15am

Distance155 miles (250 km)

Latest bus departure9:35pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/510,767 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have reported that the bus was an hour late and mentioned concerns about cleanliness, specifically noting a dirty and foul-smelling portable toilet on board.

FlixBus Indianapolis Chicago recent customer reviews

The portable toilet in that greyhound bus is so dirty and stinks so bad

Generosa L.

July 24, 2024

The bus was an hour late and the driver let random people onto the bus.

Kaylee C.

July 19, 2024

Play movies on the bus

Eugenia C.

July 28, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,294 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Indianapolis Chicago recent customer reviews

The good: punctuality, friendly staff and safe driving. The bad: dirty bus interior, stinking bathroom, unpresentable.

Boris F.

May 27, 2024

The worst costumer experience ever they treat people in the worst way, the bus was dirty and smells bad

Liliana F.

August 26, 2022

I have missed my flight due to the bus delay, missed it by 30min (I had originally plan to arrive 3hrs earlier) How so we solve this?

Jimmy C.

July 31, 2021

Amtrak

4/55,503 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed satisfaction with the comfortable journey provided by the service. Additionally, positive feedback has been given regarding the helpfulness of staff and cleanliness of facilities. However, some customers mentioned slight delays in arrival and departure times as well as a lack of mask requirements. There were also instances where buses did not arrive on time, resulting in passengers having to wait for an additional hour and a half for alternative transportation options.

Amtrak Indianapolis Chicago recent customer reviews

I didn’t get to have an experience with Amtrak . I was booked on a greyhound bus but didn’t find out until I got to the terminal. There was nothing in the booking that let me know that I would be riding a bus home. If I had known I would have to ride greyhound I would’ve made other arrangements.

Kent W.

July 14, 2025

The people were very good. The train was pretty clean and restrooms good. Other than getting off and arriving a little late, and masks not being required, I enjoyed the trip.

Gary W.

May 18, 2022

The bus did not appear. We'd save to take another one and a half hour later.

Rogelio T.

July 21, 2023

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Indianapolis to Chicago Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Indianapolis to Chicago from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Chicago?

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Indianapolis - Chicago

What is the distance between Indianapolis and Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/01

$35

10/02

$43

Today

$41

10/04

$34

10/05

$37

10/06

$33

10/07

$31

10/08

$31

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $105 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-10-07.

Usually Greyhound, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Indianapolis and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Indianapolis to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Indianapolis to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Indianapolis to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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