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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis is to train which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago 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 to Indianapolis?

The distance between Chicago and Indianapolis is 187 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $75.

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

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis takes 3h 50m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indianapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indianapolis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 54m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $380 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Chicago to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 1:20 PM in Chicago and 2:20 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Chicago to Indianapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Indianapolis is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Chicago to Indianapolis.

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

Book your Chicago to Indianapolis train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 550+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Chicago to Indianapolis - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
3h 50m
$35–75
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
4h 54m
$30–45
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Indianapoliscar 178.9 mi
3h 12m
$33–48
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
4h 1m
$104–377
Bus via Lafayette (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Chicago
5h 50m
$38–89
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
3h 42m
$60–417

Chicago to Indianapolis by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Indianapolis.

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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