How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis cost?

The bus ticket price from Boston to Indianapolis starts at R 1 609. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Indianapolis?

The average travel time between Boston and Indianapolis is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1298 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Indianapolis?

The number of buses from Boston to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Boston to Indianapolis?

When taking the bus from Boston to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

Buses travelling between Boston and Indianapolis leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Bus Boston to Indianapolis from R 1 890 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:55	Brookline	1d 6h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:55	Brookline	1d 5h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:55	Boston (South Station)	1d	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	08:55	Boston (South Station)	1d	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:55	Brookline	1d 5h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 1 day, 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 609, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1297 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 609 - R 6 250	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 263 - R 8 582	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Bus Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 2 683

Average bus trip duration1d 4h

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure00:59

Distance1296 km

Latest bus departure22:00

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 176 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Boston to Indianapolis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Indianapolis?

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Indianapolis

How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis cost?
The bus ticket price from Boston to Indianapolis starts at R 1 609. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Indianapolis?
The average travel time between Boston and Indianapolis is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1298 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Indianapolis?
The number of buses from Boston to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Boston to Indianapolis?
When taking the bus from Boston to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Indianapolis?
Buses travelling between Boston and Indianapolis leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

R 3 514

02/11

R 2 209

Today

R 2 875

04/11

R 3 070

05/11

R 2 236

06/11

R 2 094

07/11

R 2 236

08/11

R 2 369

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 094

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 094 to R 4 401 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 094, which is on 2025-11-06.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Boston to Indianapolis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Boston to Indianapolis will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg priceR 2 683	Daily departures18
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 10h	Avg priceR 4 192	Daily departures2

Will you be returning to Boston, MA, US by bus?

Bus from Indianapolis to Boston, MA, US

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