How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Indianapolis start from $105. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Indianapolis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 927 miles (1495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Indianapolis at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin 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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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 Austin to Indianapolis from $129 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 8h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Austin South Congress	1d 13h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Austin South Congress	1d 14h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:40pm	Austin South Congress	1d 17h	9:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Downtown Austin	1d 14h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 6h	9:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	4:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Indianapolis on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:40pm	Austin South Congress	1d 17h	9:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 3h	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

927 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $524	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $1,163	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Indianapolis?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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FlixBus

3.5/511,635 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,435 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Indianapolis start from $105. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Indianapolis is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 927 miles (1495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Indianapolis at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Austin to Indianapolis generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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

12/15

$196

12/16

$163

Today

$268

12/18

$268

12/19

$291

12/20

$235

12/21

$227

12/22

$191

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $291 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $191 which is on 2025-12-22.