The cheapest and fastest buses from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 2 buses that leave Indianapolis, IN for Lexington, KY on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:50 PM3h50Indianapolis, IN3:40 AMLexington, KY$411One-way0 transfers
1:10 PM6h25Indianapolis, IN7:35 PMLexington, KY$1101One-way0 transfers
11:50 PM3h50Indianapolis, IN3:40 AMLexington, KY$411One-way0 transfers
1:10 PM6h25Indianapolis, IN7:35 PMLexington, KY$1101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $201.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $572 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY:
A bus is $498 (€397) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY costing on average $572 (€456).
Other travel options to Lexington, KY take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 44m.
You'll arrive about -4h -5m sooner (6h 1m by bus vs 2h 56m by car) and save roughly $-55.28 (€-44.08) compared to fuel and tolls ($74 (€59) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:10 PM Indianapolis, IN | 6h25 | 7:35 PM Lexington, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY
Buses from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:10, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 9:10 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KYYou can travel by bus between Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY with Greyhound for as low as $40 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Indianapolis, IN to Lexington, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lexington, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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