Bus from Indianapolis to South Bend: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to South Bend on September 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
South BendCheapest
FlixBusBus
Indianapolis (W Vermont St)
South BendFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
South BendNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Indianapolis (W Vermont St)
South BendNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:28 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 41,392, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
7h 20mAverage Duration
132 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCLP 41,392 - CLP 146,429Average Duration7h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCLP 61,728 - CLP 612,738Average Duration17h 34m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to South Bend by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend start from CLP 41,392. The average price for this route is around CLP 54,821. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to South Bend is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 132 miles (212 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to South Bend route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to South Bend at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to South Bend generates an estimated 5.290375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 6467 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to South Bend?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08/31
CLP 65,690
09/01
CLP 90,150
Today
CLP 90,150
09/03
CLP 54,179
09/04
CLP 64,251
09/05
CLP 49,382
09/06
CLP 56,097
09/07
CLP 55,138
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to South Bend was searched and found on Sep 5, 2026 with a price of CLP 49,382

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to South Bend, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 49,382 to CLP 105,019 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 49,382 which is on 2026-09-05.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to South Bend?

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