Bus Indianapolis to Rockford, IL - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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Tuesday

$34

Wednesday

$38

Thursday

$41

Friday

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 50m	9:30 AM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
FlixBus	9h 5m	3:15 AM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	11:20 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Greyhound US	7h 0m	5:20 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	11:20 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Greyhound US	8h 40m	6:40 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 50m	10:00 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	3:50 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 50m	9:30 AM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Greyhound US	8h 40m	6:40 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 50m	10:00 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	3:50 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/29/2026 10:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
Greyhound US	6h 0m	5:20 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	10:20 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$51	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 5m	3:15 AM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	10:20 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Greyhound US	8h 40m	6:40 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Greyhound US	6h 50m	10:00 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	3:50 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
FlixBus	5h 50m	9:30 AM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	2:20 PM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Greyhound US	6h 0m	5:20 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	10:20 AM	Rockford, IL	Bus Stop	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, Rockford, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL is $34 on 7/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL

See here how frequent the connections between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 buses from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL, while Night sees the fewest connections between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus	$34
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	3:15 AM
Latest Bus	10:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	231.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Indianapolis for Rockford, IL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$34

Wednesday 07/29

$38

Thursday 07/30

$41

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$43

Monday 08/03

$38

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$43

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$42

Tuesday 08/11

$36

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

$42

Tuesday 08/18

$35

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $34, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $41.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL, with $34. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Rockford, IL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Indianapolis and Rockford, IL.

Mile Square

Monument Circle 2250

Washington / Delaware

E Washington St between N Delaware St and N Alabama St

Central Bus Station

Greyhound Bus Station

S Illinois St 350

S Keystone Avenue

S Keystone Avenue 3649

East Side Transfer Center

Mulberry & N Main Bus Stop

Bus Stop

N Lyford Rd 725

E State, at Luther Center

Sandy Hollow & 7th

Service and Comfort on the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL? Or which bus companies serve the route Indianapolis to Rockford, IL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Indianapolis to Rockford, IL bus

How much does a Indianapolis Rockford, IL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 4h 50m to reach Rockford, IL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $51. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rockford, IL.

On average, how many connections are available from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL each day?

Every day, the Indianapolis to Rockford, IL bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL take?

The fastest bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL?

The earliest bus arriving in Rockford, IL from Indianapolis starts at 3:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL?

The latest bus trip departing from Indianapolis for Rockford, IL starts at 10:00 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Indianapolis Rockford, IL route?

When traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL?

You can check all the direct connections between Indianapolis and Rockford, IL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Indianapolis to Rockford, IL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Indianapolis Rockford, IL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Indianapolis Rockford, IL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Indianapolis to Rockford, IL on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Indianapolis to Rockford, IL

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Indianapolis and to Rockford, IL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Indianapolis and to Rockford, IL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!