How to get to Indianapolis, IN from Chicago, IL

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Compare train, coach and flight for Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £452.

Distance: 263 km

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Driving

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

£44

Average Price

£452

Average Price

£36

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 24m

Average total duration

4h 54m

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30m

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6h 6m

Average total duration

4h 6m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Amtrak

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United

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is a coach with an average price of £39.

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

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN costing on average £44.

A coach is £414 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN costing on average £452.

The fastest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Indianapolis, IN take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 24m.

Flight takes on average 6h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£2. The journey takes 3h 59m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Greyhound
    23:104h05
    Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
    4:15Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    23:104h05
    Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
    4:15Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA3053
    17:151h13
    O'Hare International Airport
    19:28Indianapolis International Airport
    £2181One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Greyhound
    22:504h25
    Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
    4:15Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • Greyhound
    10:153h50
    Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
    15:05Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Greyhound
    9:554h10
    Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
    15:05Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Republic AirlinesAA4713
    12:291h15
    O'Hare International Airport
    14:44Indianapolis International Airport
    £2181One-way
    0 changes
  • Republic AirlinesAA4543
    6:431h16
    O'Hare International Airport
    8:59Indianapolis International Airport
    £2181One-way
    0 changes
  • skywest airlinesAA5014
    9:501h17
    O'Hare International Airport
    12:07Indianapolis International Airport
    £2181One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN

Travel to Indianapolis, IN 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 Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is a coach with an average price of £39.

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

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN costing on average £44.

A coach is £414 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN costing on average £452.

The fastest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Indianapolis, IN take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 24m.

Flight takes on average 6h 6m.

The Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN distance is approximately 263 km.
The average frequency per day from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN:
  • Flights mostly depart from O'Hare International Airport and arrive in Indianapolis International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL and arrive in Indianapolis Station, Indianapolis, IN.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station and arrive in Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Indianapolis, IN by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Indianapolis, IN by coach.
  • Travel with Republic Airlines, American Airlines, United, skywest airlines, psa airlines to go to Indianapolis, IN by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 14 direct coaches per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 12 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines, American Airlines, United, skywest airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN often also extend their vacation to go to Orlando, FL, New York, NY, Boston, MA, Tampa, FL, Washington, DC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Indianapolis, IN and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Chicago, IL to Indianapolis, IN, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Indianapolis, you can explore the vast art collections and beautiful gardens at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, attend a thrilling race at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, or engage with interactive exhibits at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Zoo offers animal habitats and a dolphin pavilion, while White River State Park provides a scenic walk along the canal with cultural attractions.
For a fulfilling experience in Indianapolis, IN, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, and the Indianapolis Zoo.
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