What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) is to bus via Indianapolis Union Station which costs $25 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Indianapolis (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Indianapolis (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

The distance between Chicago and Indianapolis (Station) is 182 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) without a car is to bus via Indianapolis Union Station which takes 3h 21m and costs $25 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) bus from?

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) train from?

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

The best way to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) is to bus via Indianapolis Union Station which takes 3h 21m and costs $25 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $420 - $950 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) bus arrive?

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Indianapolis (Station)?

Indianapolis (Station) is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 11:39 AM in Chicago and 12:39 PM in Indianapolis (Station).

Where does the Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) train arrive?

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Indianapolis (Station)?

There are 881+ hotels available in Indianapolis (Station).

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or subway

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Bus via Indianapolis Union Station (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
3h 21m
$25–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
5h 10m
$50–120
Drive 178.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Indianapolis (Station)car 178.5 mi
3h 11m
$33–47
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
4h 18m
$424–907
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
3h 45m
$25–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl / ...
2. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2642
4h 46m
$29–43
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
3h 56m
$70–497

Chicago to Indianapolis (Station) by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Indianapolis (Station), IN, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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