IA → IN · about 310 miles
Iowa City to Indianapolis bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Iowa City to Indianapolis. The fastest takes 7 hours 25 minutes; every bus leaves at 11:25 AM. The standard fare is $101 one way.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 7h 25m
- Leaves at
- 11:25 AM
- Standard fare
- $101
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Iowa City and arrives at Indianapolis. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:25 AM | 7:50 PM | 7h 25m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Iowa City Where you get off in Indianapolis The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Iowa City
- Iowa City Burlington Trailways Map of Iowa City Burlington Trailways (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Indianapolis
Return trip: Indianapolis to Iowa City
Questions
How long is the bus from Iowa City to Indianapolis?
The fastest direct bus takes 7 hours 25 minutes.
How much is the bus from Iowa City to Indianapolis?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $101. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Iowa City to Indianapolis?
Every departure is at 11:25 AM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Iowa City to Indianapolis?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Iowa City?
Buses to Indianapolis leave from Iowa City Burlington Trailways.