Bus from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bloomington to Indianapolis on 7 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
AmtrakBus
Uptown Station
Greyhound Amtrak StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:41 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 524, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 15mAverage duration
254 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 524 - R 1 531Average duration3h 15m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 010 - R 8 758Average duration11h 41m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Indianapolis start at R 524. The average price for this route is around R 1 136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

    The average bus journey time from Bloomington to Indianapolis is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 254 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Indianapolis at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 15:40.

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

    A bus trip from Bloomington to Indianapolis produces an estimated 6.3492 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
31/03
R 556
01/04
No data
Today
R 591
03/04
R 747
04/04
R 695
05/04
No data
06/04
No data
07/04
R 469
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on 07 Apr 2026 with a price of R 469

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

You can expect to pay from R 469 to R 1 077 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 469, which is on 2026-04-07.

Usually Amtrak 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 Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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