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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Indianapolis is to train which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Indianapolis via Michigan & Washington and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Evanston to Indianapolis?

The distance between Evanston and Indianapolis is 194 miles. The road distance is 192.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Indianapolis without a car is to subway and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Evanston to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Indianapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to Indianapolis train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Evanston to Indianapolis is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 6h.

Where does the Evanston to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Evanston and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 6:12 PM in Evanston and 7:12 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Evanston to Indianapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Indianapolis is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Evanston to Indianapolis.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 553+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Evanston to Indianapolis - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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

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

Subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Howard to 95thsubway Red Line
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100
5h 29m
$32–75
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
6h 29m
$34–60
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Indianapoliscar 191.4 mi
3h 30m
$35–51
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
4h 34m
$106–382
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
6h
$37–67
Subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Main to Washington/Wabashsubway
2. Take the subway from Washington/Wabash to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
4h 28m
$62–422

Evanston to Indianapolis by subway and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.3 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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