Rome2Rio

How to get fromIndiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis to Chicagoby bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Find Transport to Chicago

See all options

There are 6 ways to get from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis to Chicago by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus (Flixbus)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus FlixBus 2511 / ...
    3h 56m
    $29–50

  2. Bus via Indianapolis Union Station (Greyhound)

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0100 / ...
    4h 4m
    $27–55

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Cardinal
    5h 30m
    $60–130

  4. Drive 178.6 mi

    1. Drive from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis to Chicagocar car 178.6 mi
    3h 8m
    $33–48

  5. Line 10 bus, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    1. Take the bus from Michigan St & University Blvd to Ctc-Fbus bus
    2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane IND - ORD
    4h 22m
    $426–1,109

  6. Line 10 bus, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport

    1. Take the bus from Michigan St & University Blvd to Ctc-Fbus bus
    2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane plane IND - MDW
    3h 58m
    $51–339

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis to Chicago by foot and bus (Flixbus)

Calendar80Weekly Services
Duration3h 56mAverage Duration
Ticket$29Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, IN, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

More Questions & Answers