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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac is to bus which costs $29 - $75 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis, IN and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Pontiac station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Pontiac?

The distance between Indianapolis and Pontiac is 307 miles. The road distance is 294.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac without a car is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs $29 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Pontiac bus from?

Indianapolis to Pontiac bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Indianapolis, IN station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Pontiac train from?

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

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs $29 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Pontiac bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Pontiac bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Pontiac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Pontiac is 295 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Indianapolis to Pontiac.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 136+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Indianapolis to Pontiac - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
7h 4m
$29–71
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
12h 11m
$81–196
Drive 293 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Pontiaccar 293 mi
5h 21m
$54–78
Fly from Indianapolis, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 8m
$151–372
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Detroit (DTW)plane FWA - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 38m
$90–376

Indianapolis to Pontiac by bus and foot

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Pontiac.

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Distance: 305.7 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Indianapolis, IN to Downtown Pontiac via Detroit, MI and Jefferson & Griswold in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Indianapolis to Pontiac Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 11m.

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