How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis start at R 1 788. The average price for this route is around R 3 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Boston to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Boston to Indianapolis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Indianapolis at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis?

A bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Indianapolis?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston to Indianapolis?

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 Boston to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Indianapolis from R 1 956 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	1d	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	1d 6h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d 1h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	23h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	1d 1h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:30	Brookline	1d 1h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Indianapolis on 29 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	1d 2h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Boston (South Station)	21h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Boston (South Station)	22h	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	1d	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	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, 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 788, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1297 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 788 - R 8 186	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 037 - R 13 955	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Indianapolis?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 729 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Indianapolis start at R 1 788. The average price for this route is around R 3 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Boston to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Boston to Indianapolis is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Indianapolis at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Boston to Indianapolis produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston to Indianapolis?
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 Boston to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

23/12

R 4 989

24/12

R 3 468

Today

R 3 383

26/12

R 3 827

27/12

R 3 554

28/12

R 2 802

29/12

R 3 605

30/12

R 3 127

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 802

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 2 802 to R 5 638 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 2 802, which is on 2025-12-28.

Usually Greyhound 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.