How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Indianapolis start at R 1 137. The average price for this route is around R 1 538. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Carbondale to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Carbondale to Indianapolis is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 350 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Indianapolis at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 07:00.

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

A bus trip from Carbondale to Indianapolis produces an estimated 9 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 Carbondale to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale to Indianapolis from R 1 015 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Carbondale to Indianapolis on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Indianapolis on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Indianapolis on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Indianapolis on 28 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale 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	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Indianapolis on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Amtrak Station	11h 20m	19:20	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	13h 55m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:40	Amtrak Station	18h 45m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale 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 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 55mAverage duration

350 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 137 - R 3 942	Average duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 539 - R 12 729	Average duration19h 31m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 720 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale 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 Carbondale to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Indianapolis start at R 1 137. The average price for this route is around R 1 538. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carbondale to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Carbondale to Indianapolis is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 350 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Indianapolis at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 07:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Carbondale to Indianapolis produces an estimated 9 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 Carbondale to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale 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.

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R 1 015

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R 1 339

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The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Indianapolis was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 015

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 015 to R 1 339 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 015, which is on 2025-12-25.