How to travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL

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Travel Information between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago, IL

distanceDistance163 miles (263 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, train or flight
priceTicket price range$32 - $220
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $32 (€29) • 3 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $220 (€199) • 1 h 15 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, American Airlines or Amtrak

Take a bus, train or flight to travel 163 miles (263 km) from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, American Airlines or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL.

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from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL

How to get from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, IL is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
08:20AM3h55
Indianapolis, IN
11:15AMChicago, IL
$491One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Greyhound
06:40AM4h55
Indianapolis, IN
10:35AMChicago, IL
$381One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
American AirlinesAA1163
07:00AM1h15
Indianapolis International Airport, IN (IND)
07:15AMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3781One-way
0 transfers
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Amtrak8893 AMTRAK · 390 Saluki
07:10AM6h50
Indianapolis Station, Indianapolis, IN
01:00PMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$641One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound
12:35PM3h40
Indianapolis, IN
03:15PMChicago, IL
$481One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
05:25PM3h45
Indianapolis, IN
08:10PMChicago, IL
$441One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:00PM4h00
Indianapolis, IN
08:00PMChicago, IL
$481One-way
0 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4362
10:47AM1h20
Indianapolis International Airport, IN (IND)
11:07AMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3781One-way
0 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4692
12:22PM1h20
Indianapolis International Airport, IN (IND)
12:42PMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3781One-way
0 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4739
08:30AM1h19
Indianapolis International Airport, IN (IND)
08:49AMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$4391One-way
0 transfers

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FlixBus, Amtrak and American Airlines will get you between Indianapolis and Chicago at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best travel times, prices and tickets for your trip.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

    American Airlines is one of the leading airlines in the USA and the world; they offer Main Cabin, Business and First Class tickets for your travel to Chicago from Indianapolis.

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