What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $420 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

The distance between Des Plaines and Indianapolis is 201 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Indianapolis bus from?

Des Plaines to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Indianapolis train from?

Des Plaines to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 6h 37m, you could also fly, which costs $420 - $900 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Des Plaines and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Des Plaines. It is currently 2:29 PM in Des Plaines and 3:29 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Des Plaines to Indianapolis train arrive?

Des Plaines to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Indianapolis is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Des Plaines to Indianapolis.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 882+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Plaines to Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or subway

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
5h 34m
$34–53
Line 56 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Jeffersonbus 56
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
6h 6m
$33–61
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
6h 37m
$57–128
Drive 196.6 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Indianapoliscar 196.6 mi
3h 37m
$36–52
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
3h 26m
$422–902
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
4h 43m
$73–512

Des Plaines to Indianapolis by train and bus (Flixbus)

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–45 and the journey takes 3h 45m. 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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