What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago: You can travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago by bus with FlixBus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $34 (€30) with FlixBus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago. You can take a flight from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago with Republic Airlines. Cheap tickets can be found for $229 (€200) with Republic Airlines from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago.

Can I find a direct route from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago?

Yes, there are direct routes from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago with the following travel companies: You can check for a direct bus to Chicago with FlixBus or Greyhound with 22 direct buses per day. Direct services to Chicago tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

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from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago

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

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

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€301One-way

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€301One-way

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€1441One-way

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€361One-way

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€361One-way

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Travel Information between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago

	Distance	163 miles (263 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus or flight
	Ticket price range	$34 - $229
	Cheapest mode	Bus • $34 (€30) • 3 h 35 min
	Fastest mode	Flight • $229 (€200) • 1 h 7 min
	Popular travel companies	FlixBus or Republic Airlines

Travel 163 miles (263 km) by bus or flight from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 7 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $34 (€30). The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus or Republic Airlines among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago.

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You can travel by bus or flight for as low as $33 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $41

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 between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago.

Cheapest Price: $47

FAQs: Travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago

FAQs: Travel to Chicago easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago.

You can get to Chicago from Indianapolis, IN 2 different ways: bus or flight.

The cheapest way to travel between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago is a bus with an average price of $34 (€30).

This is compared to other travel options from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago:

Taking a bus costs $195 (€170) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $229 (€200).

The fastest way from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 7 min.

There are alternative travel options to Chicago that take longer:

Getting to Chicago by bus takes 3 h 35 min on average.

You should expect to travel around 163 miles (263 km) between Indianapolis, IN and Chicago.

The average frequency per day from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago is:

22 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago as scheduled services by bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago:

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago:

You can travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago by bus with FlixBus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $34 (€30) with FlixBus from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago.
You can take a flight from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago with Republic Airlines. Cheap tickets can be found for $229 (€200) with Republic Airlines from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago.

Yes, there are direct routes from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago with the following travel companies:

You can check for a direct bus to Chicago with FlixBus or Greyhound with 22 direct buses per day.

Direct services to Chicago tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

Omio customers who travel from Indianapolis, IN to Chicago often also extend their vacation to go to New York City, Detroit, MI or Champaign, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chicago and these popular destinations at a great price.

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