Bus from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Indianapolis on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City 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 17 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
17h 10mAverage Duration
726 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$100 - $342Average Duration17h 10m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$148 - $309Average Duration15h 48m
66kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start from $100. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 ride from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 726 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Indianapolis at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-28
$181
11-29
$204
Today
$198
12-01
No data
12-02
$102
12-03
No data
12-04
$97
12-05
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $485 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis?

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