Find coaches from Milwaukee to Indianapolis

Next departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Indianapolis on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road.
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Indianapolis

Bus
Average priceUS$40 - US$161Average duration7h 5m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$59 - US$104Average duration7h 39m
36kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Milwaukee to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
7h 5mAverage duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Milwaukee to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration7h 5m
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure03:20
Distance248 miles
Latest bus departure21:50

Milwaukee to Indianapolis Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Milwaukee to Indianapolis. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Milwaukee to Indianapolis.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Indianapolis from Milwaukee, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Milwaukee - Indianapolis

  1. What's the distance between Milwaukee and Indianapolis by coach?

    The journey from Milwaukee to Indianapolis by coach covers an approximate distance of 244 miles (393 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Milwaukee to Indianapolis without a car?

    You can reach Indianapolis from Milwaukee by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/08
US$41
27/08
US$37
Today
US$49
29/08
US$65
30/08
US$44
31/08
US$42
01/09
US$78
02/09
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milwaukee to Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$138 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-09-02.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Milwaukee and Indianapolis!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Milwaukee to Indianapolis.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Milwaukee to Indianapolis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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