How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Louisville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Louisville start at R 430. The average price for this route is around R 704. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Louisville?

The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Louisville is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 172 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Louisville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak , Tornado Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Louisville at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Louisville produces an estimated 4 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 Indianapolis to Louisville?

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.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

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

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 Louisville?

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.

Bus Indianapolis to Louisville from R 333 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Louisville on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	1h 50m	22:00	Louisville, KY	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:25	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	21:50	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	23:30	Downtown Transit Center	1h 55m	01:25	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Louisville on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	1h 50m	22:00	Louisville, KY	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1h 55m	05:30	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	11:25	Indianapolis Bus Station	2h	13:25	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	18:25	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	21:50	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Louisville on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	1h 50m	22:00	Louisville, KY	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:35	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1h 55m	05:30	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	04:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	18:25	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	21:50	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	15:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2h	17:50	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Louisville on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	1h 50m	22:00	Louisville, KY	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:35	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1h 55m	05:30	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	04:30	Indianapolis Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	18:25	Downtown Transit Center	3h 25m	21:50	Louisville, KY	No tags
Bus	15:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	2h	17:50	Louisville, KY	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:37 AM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Louisville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 430, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1h 55mAverage duration

172 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Louisville?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 735 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Tornado Bus

3/5164 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Louisville 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 Indianapolis to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Louisville start at R 430. The average price for this route is around R 704. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Louisville?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Louisville is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 172 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Louisville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Louisville at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Louisville?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Louisville produces an estimated 4 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 Indianapolis to Louisville?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Louisville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Louisville?
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 Louisville?
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

23/12

R 547

24/12

R 718

Today

R 615

26/12

R 564

27/12

R 547

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R 547

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R 547

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Louisville was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 547

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

You can expect to pay from R 547 to R 2 136 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 547, which is on 2025-12-27.

Usually FlixBus, Tornado Bus 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.