What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $29 - $75 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Birmingham and arriving at Indianapolis, IN via Detroit, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Troy Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

The distance between Birmingham and Indianapolis is 299 miles. The road distance is 288.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $29 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Indianapolis bus from?

Birmingham to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Indianapolis train from?

Birmingham to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Troy Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $29 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $330 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Birmingham to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Birmingham to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Indianapolis, IN station.

Where does the Birmingham to Indianapolis train arrive?

Birmingham to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Indianapolis is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Birmingham to Indianapolis.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Indianapolis?

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Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Indianapolis by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis, INbus Detroit
7h 28m
$29–72
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Troy Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
11h 30m
$154–324
Drive 287.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Indianapoliscar 287.1 mi
5h 11m
$53–76
Line 461 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Birmingham to Woodward & Cliffordbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DTW - IND
5h 34m
$426–1,306
Bus via Detroit Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0112
7h 43m
$42–82

Birmingham to Indianapolis by bus and foot

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Distance: 297.5 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Birmingham, MI, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Barons Bus operates a bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis, IN once daily. Tickets cost $27–70 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Troy Amtrak Station to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 30m.

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