Bus Madison, WI to Indianapolis: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

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

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Monday

$47

Tuesday

$42

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 15m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	University Wisconsin-Madison	3:00 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:45:00 AM to Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	7h 0m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	W Transfer Point	3:00 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Transfer Point, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 7:00:00 AM to Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	8h 30m	1:45 PM	Madison, WI	W Transfer Point	11:15 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Transfer Point, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 1:45:00 PM to Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Greyhound US	9h 15m	6:00 PM	Madison, WI	University Wisconsin-Madison	4:15 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 15m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	Chazen Museum	3:00 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chazen Museum, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:45:00 AM to Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	7h 0m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	3:00 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dutch Mill Park & Ride, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 7:00:00 AM to Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	8h 30m	1:45 PM	Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	11:15 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dutch Mill Park & Ride, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:45:00 PM to Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Greyhound US	9h 15m	6:00 PM	Madison, WI	Chazen Museum	4:15 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	Economy	$67	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Chazen Museum, Madison, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between Madison, WI and Indianapolis

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Madison, WI to Indianapolis. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Madison, WI and Indianapolis.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Madison, WI to Indianapolis, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Madison, WI and Indianapolis, with 2 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/28/2026 costs just $42, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madison, WI to Indianapolis starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	8h 0m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Latest Bus	6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	283.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Madison, WI for Indianapolis: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$47

Tuesday 07/28

$42

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$43

Friday 07/31

$46

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$47

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$42

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$47

Saturday 08/08

$47

Sunday 08/09

$51

Monday 08/10

$43

Tuesday 08/11

$46

Wednesday 08/12

$46

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

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

With a price starting from $42, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $43.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madison, WI to Indianapolis, with $42. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $67.

How to save money travelling from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

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 Madison, WI to Indianapolis 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 Madison, WI to Indianapolis, 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 Madison, WI to Indianapolis are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Madison, WI and Indianapolis

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

Dutch Mill Park & Ride

E Broadway

University Wisconsin-Madison

North Lake Street 200

Bus Stop

Memorial Union Building

Langdon Street 800

Chazen Museum

University Avenue 750-800

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis

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

FAQs about the Madison, WI to Indianapolis bus

How much does a Madison, WI Indianapolis bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 8h 15m to reach Indianapolis. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madison, WI to Indianapolis?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $73. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Indianapolis.

On average, how many connections are available from Madison, WI to Indianapolis each day?

Every day, the Madison, WI to Indianapolis bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madison, WI to Indianapolis take?

The fastest bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madison, WI to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus arriving in Indianapolis from Madison, WI starts at 6:45 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 Madison, WI to Indianapolis?

The latest bus trip departing from Madison, WI for Indianapolis starts at 6:00 PM. 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 Madison, WI Indianapolis route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Madison, WI and Indianapolis?

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

What can I take with me on the Madison, WI to Indianapolis 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 Madison, WI Indianapolis 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 Madison, WI Indianapolis 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 Madison, WI to Indianapolis on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madison, WI to Indianapolis

Economy

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

More bus routes to Madison, WI and to Indianapolis

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