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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Bardstown is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Bardstown is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Bardstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Bardstown. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Old Bardstown @ Providence via W Broadway @ S 11th and EasternPkwy & Bards. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Bardstown?

The distance between Indianapolis and Bardstown is 157 miles. The road distance is 154.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Bardstown without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 16m and costs $120 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Indianapolis to Bardstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Bardstown bus from?

Indianapolis to Bardstown bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Bardstown bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Bardstown bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Louisville, KY station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Bardstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Bardstown is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Indianapolis to Bardstown.

Where can I stay near Bardstown?

There are 36+ hotels available in Bardstown.

Indianapolis to Bardstown - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to Bardstown by bus, taxi, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
2. Take the taxi from Louisville, KY to Bardstowntaxi
3h 16m
$123–174
Drive 153.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Bardstowncar 153.7 mi
2h 43m
$28–41
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane IND - SDF
2. Take the taxi from Louisville-Airport-SDF to Bardstowntaxi
5h 31m
$187–672
Bus, taxi via Lafayette Rd & Georgetown Rd
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to La Tropicana - Louisville, KYbus Indianapolis
2. Take the taxi from La Tropicana - Louisville, KY to Bardstowntaxi
4h 40m
$137–252
Bus, line 23 bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
2. Take the bus from W Broadway @ S 11th to Fern Valley @ Shepherdsvillebus 23
3. Take the taxi from Fern Valley @ Shepherdsville to Bardstowntaxi
4h 45m
$104–147
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
5h 13m
$90–130

Indianapolis (IND) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) flights

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4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Bardstown, KY, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KY twice daily. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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