PA → IN · about 585 miles
Philadelphia to Indianapolis bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 17 direct buses and trains a week from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. The fastest takes 15 hours 45 minutes; the first departure leaves at 8:15 AM and the last at 5:35 PM.
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- Buses and trains a week
- 17
- Fastest trip
- 15h 45m
- First departure
- 8:15 AM
- Last departure
- 5:35 PM
Timetable
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 | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:15 AM | 5:55 AM +1 day | 21h 40m | Wed, Fri, Sun from Dec 20 | Philadelphia to Indianapolis | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:20 AM | 5:55 AM +1 day | 21h 35m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Philadelphia to Indianapolis | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:05 PM | 4:10 AM +1 day | 16h 05m | Daily | Philadelphia to Indianapolis Bus Station | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 5:35 PM | 9:20 AM +1 day | 15h 45m | Daily | Philadelphia to Indianapolis Bus Station | Greyhound Full timetable |
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Indianapolis The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Philadelphia
Where buses and trains stop in Indianapolis
Return trip: Indianapolis to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 15 hours 45 minutes; the typical trip is 21 hours 35 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun) and the last at 5:35 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Philadelphia?
Buses and trains to Indianapolis leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station and Philadelphia (Bus Terminal).