What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove is to bus via Northwest Transportation Center which costs $30 - $55 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Buffalo Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Buffalo Grove. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Buffalo Grove/Dundee via Clinton & Quincy and Miner St & Pearson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Buffalo Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Cumberland via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

The distance between Indianapolis and Buffalo Grove is 216 miles. The road distance is 207.5 miles.

How do I travel from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove train from?

Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Buffalo Grove?

Buffalo Grove is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 4:57 PM in Indianapolis and 3:57 PM in Buffalo Grove.

Where does the Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove.

Where can I stay near Buffalo Grove?

There are 279+ hotels available in Buffalo Grove.

Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
6h 30m
$35–61
Bus via Northwest Transportation Center (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
6h 51m
$33–55
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
7h 42m
$65–132
Drive 206.3 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Buffalo Grovecar 206.3 mi
3h 49m
$38–55
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, line 600 bus, line 604 bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop C to Northwest Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Dundee/Ellen/Oak Creekbus
4h 49m
$427–911
Fly Indianapolis to Chicago Midway International Airport, train, line 234 bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Cumberlandtrain
3. Take the bus from State St & Stratford Rd to Buffalo Grove/Dundeebus
6h 14m
$50–336
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FWA - ORD
6h 20m
$72–325
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAF - ORD
6h 19m
$57–296

Indianapolis to Buffalo Grove by bus and train

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 5h.

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