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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Chicago Loop?

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

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Indianapolis and Chicago Loop is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $35 - $65.

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

The bus from Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Chicago Union Station takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs $110 - $380 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 5:41 PM in Indianapolis and 4:41 PM in Chicago Loop.

Where does the Indianapolis to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Chicago Loop is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Indianapolis to Chicago Loop - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Flixbus), bus (Greyhound), subway, train, or bus

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 Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3h 40m
$35–65
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
5h
$30–60
Drive 180.4 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Chicago Loopcar 180.4 mi
3h 12m
$33–48
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
3h 47m
$114–377
Bus via Indianapolis (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
3h 49m
$38–55
Bus via Washington & Lasalle (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
3h 54m
$38–58
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the subway from Midway to Washington/Wellssubway
3h 31m
$49–367
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
5h 7m
$51–256
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FWA - ORD
5h 24m
$66–291

Indianapolis to Chicago Loop by bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Chicago Loop.

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 5h.

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