How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Richmond start from NOK 983. The average price for this route is around NOK 1,222. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Richmond?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Richmond is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 492 miles (793 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Richmond at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond generates an estimated 19.814275000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5791 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Indianapolis to Richmond from NOK 896 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Indianapolis to Richmond on May 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 3h	11:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d	8:15pm	Henrico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 14h	1:40pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 7h	6:50am	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 1h	1:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Get from Indianapolis to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 983, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

23h 55mAverage Duration

492 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Richmond?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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Greyhound

3.5/587,547 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,575 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4.1/55,792 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Richmond start from NOK 983. The average price for this route is around NOK 1,222. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Richmond is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 492 miles (793 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Richmond at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Richmond generates an estimated 19.814275000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5791 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/01

NOK 953

05/02

No data

Today

NOK 1,010

05/04

NOK 972

05/05

NOK 1,086

05/06

No data

05/07

No data

05/08

NOK 1,058

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on May 1, 2026 with a price of NOK 953

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 953 to NOK 10,292 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 972 which is on 2026-05-04.