What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Indianapolis is 184 miles. The road distance is 180.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Indianapolis bus from?

Chicago Loop to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Indianapolis train from?

Chicago Loop to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 4h 54m, you could also fly, which costs $150 - $700 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Loop and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Chicago Loop. It is currently 11:36 AM in Chicago Loop and 12:36 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Indianapolis train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Indianapolis is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

Book your Chicago Loop to Indianapolis train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis?

Book your Chicago Loop to Indianapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 461+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

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Chicago Loop to Indianapolis

Rome2Rio compared 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Indianapolis. The best route is Bus, a distance of 265.982 km.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
3h 40m
$30–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
4h 54m
$60–130
Drive 179.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Indianapoliscar 179.5 mi
3h 13m
$33–48
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
3h 59m
$154–657
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Washington/Wells to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
3h 47m
$74–557

Chicago Loop to Indianapolis by bus

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis every 4 hours. Tickets cost $25–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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