How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Richmond start from $128. 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Richmond is 23h, covering a distance of 486 miles (784 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Richmond at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond generates an estimated 20 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?

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 Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Richmond?

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 Indianapolis to Richmond?

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 Richmond from $138 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Richmond on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 7h	6:50am	Henrico	Cheapest
		11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 1h	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest

Next departures for Indianapolis to Richmond on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d	6:40pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	17h 40m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:30am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	20h 25m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Richmond on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	20h 25m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	16h 55m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:30am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	17h 40m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Richmond on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	8:15pm	Henrico	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:20pm	Downtown Transit Center	16h 55m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:30am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	20h 25m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:24 PM EST.

Get from Indianapolis to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

23hAverage Duration

486 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Richmond?

Stops in Indianapolis

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

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 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.

Amtrak

4/55,673 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,726 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Richmond start from $128. 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Richmond is 23h, covering a distance of 486 miles (784 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Richmond at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond generates an estimated 20 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 Indianapolis to Richmond?
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 Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Richmond?
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 Indianapolis to Richmond?
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

12/22

$214

12/23

$153

Today

$202

12/25

No data

12/26

$166

12/27

$182

12/28

No data

12/29

$160

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $153

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

You can expect to pay from $153 to $1,646 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-29.

Usually Amtrak 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.