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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Transit Center | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Transit Center | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:55 EST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 20 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Philadelphia?
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA
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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Philadelphia start from £59. The average price for this route is around £95. 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Philadelphia is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 583 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Philadelphia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Philadelphia at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Indianapolis to Philadelphia produces an estimated 23 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
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 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?
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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £61 to £612 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £61, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually FlixBus 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.
