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

The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start at R 689. The average price for this route is around R 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 212 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the South Bend to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Tornado Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Indianapolis at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 12:30.

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

A bus trip from South Bend to Indianapolis produces an estimated 5.29185 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12448 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from South Bend to Indianapolis?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus South Bend to Indianapolis from R 636 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 16 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:50	South Bend	10h	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 17 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30	South Bend	6h 20m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:30	South Bend	10h 50m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 18 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30	South Bend	6h 20m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	12:30	South Bend	10h 50m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 19 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30	South Bend	6h 20m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	12:30	South Bend	10h 50m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 20 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30	South Bend	6h 20m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	12:30	South Bend	10h 50m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 21 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30	South Bend	6h 20m	18:50	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	6h 10m	15:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	12:30	South Bend	10h 50m	23:20	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:54 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 689, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 20mAverage duration

212 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 689 - R 2 563	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 939 - R 6 897	Average duration14h 42m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 480 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 538 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Tornado Bus

3.2/5174 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi4.0

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend 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.

How much is the bus ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start at R 689. The average price for this route is around R 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 212 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Indianapolis at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 12:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from South Bend to Indianapolis produces an estimated 5.29185 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from South Bend to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12448 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from South Bend to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from South Bend to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

14/04

R 1 063

15/04

R 1 054

Today

R 1 130

17/04

R 1 866

18/04

R 1 113

19/04

R 1 130

20/04

R 962

21/04

R 837

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Indianapolis was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of R 837

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

You can expect to pay from R 837 to R 1 866 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 837, which is on 2026-04-21.