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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Franklin & Oakland via South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Elkhart?

The distance between Indianapolis and Elkhart is 160 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart without a car is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Elkhart bus from?

Indianapolis to Elkhart bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Elkhart train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $360 and takes 7h 49m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $550 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Elkhart bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Elkhart bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at South Street Station - South Bend.

Where does the Indianapolis to Elkhart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Elkhart is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Indianapolis to Elkhart.

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

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Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 209+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Indianapolis to Elkhart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Indianapolis to Elkhart by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to South Street Station - South BendSouth Bend
2. Take the bus from South Street Station to Franklin & Oakland30
4h 56m
$44–58
Drive 142.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Elkhart142.6 mi
3h 15m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationFloridian / ...
7h 49m
$57–353
Fly
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to South Bend (SBN)IND - SBN
5h 53m
$127–542

Indianapolis to Elkhart by train (Amtrak)

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7h 49mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Franklin & Oakland via South Street Station in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Indianapolis to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 49m.

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