Bus from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Richmond on 26 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Downtown Transit Center
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)Fastest
Amtrak
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:24 EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours, and with fares starting at just £97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
23hAverage duration
486 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Richmond start from £97. The average price for this route is around £133. 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 journey from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Richmond is 23h, covering a distance of 486 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Richmond route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Richmond at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus journey from Indianapolis to Richmond produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    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 5654 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Richmond?

    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.

Best price found
22/12
£163
23/12
£117
Today
£153
25/12
No data
26/12
£126
27/12
£138
28/12
No data
29/12
£122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of £117

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

You can expect to pay from £117 to £1,249 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £122, which is on 2025-12-29.

Usually 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.

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