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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $50 - $75 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Madison to Indianapolis?

The distance between Madison and Indianapolis is 335 miles. The road distance is 327.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $50 - $75.

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

The bus from Madison to Indianapolis takes 7h 15m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Madison to Indianapolis bus from?

Madison to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Madison station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Madison to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $50 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $750 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Madison to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Madison and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Madison. It is currently 8:57 PM in Madison and 9:57 PM in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Madison to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Indianapolis is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Madison to Indianapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Indianapolis?

Book your Madison to Indianapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 875+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

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

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Madison to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2514
7h 15m
$50–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
9h 54m
$71–176
Drive 325.4 mi
1. Drive from Madison to Indianapoliscar 325.4 mi
5h 42m
$60–86
Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MSN - IND
6h 8m
$104–704
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Chicago
8h 50m
$54–101
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
6h 15m
$446–952
Bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
7h 28m
$95–612

Madison to Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 333 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Madison to Indianapolis 6 times a week. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Indianapolis (IND) hourly.

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