Indianapolis Airport is only 15 km from downtown, making it one of the most affordable airport-to-city transfers in the US.
Price comparison by transport type
| Transport | Cost (USD) | Approx. EUR | Notes | |-----------|-----------|-------------|-------| | IndyGo Green Line bus | $1.75 | ~1.60 EUR | Exact change or MyKey card | | Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | $15-$25 | ~14-23 EUR | Surge during events | | Metered taxi | $25-$35 | ~23-32 EUR | Plus 15-20% tip | | Private transfer (sedan) | $40-$55 | ~37-50 EUR | Fixed price, meet & greet | | Private transfer (SUV/van) | $55-$70 | ~50-64 EUR | More luggage space | | Rental car | $35-$70/day | ~32-64 EUR/day | Best for exploring the area |
Cost to popular destinations
| Destination | Distance | Taxi (approx.) | Private transfer | |-------------|----------|-----------------|------------------| | Downtown / Monument Circle | 15 km | $25-$35 | $40-$55 | | Indianapolis Motor Speedway | 13 km | $20-$30 | $35-$50 | | Broad Ripple | 22 km | $30-$40 | $45-$60 | | Carmel | 32 km | $40-$55 | $50-$70 | | Fishers | 37 km | $45-$60 | $55-$75 | | Indiana Convention Center | 15 km | $25-$35 | $40-$55 | | Bloomington (Indiana Univ.) | 85 km | $100-$140 | $120-$160 |
Event pricing warning
Indianapolis hosts major events that impact transport costs. During the Indy 500 (late May), NFL Combine (February-March), and Gen Con (August), rideshare surge pricing can push a normal $20 ride to $40-$60. Taxi availability also tightens. If you are visiting for a major event, book your transfer in advance at a fixed price.
The budget option in detail
The IndyGo Green Line costs $1.75 per ride. It runs along Washington Street from the airport to downtown. The ride takes 35-45 minutes with stops. Buses run every 15-30 minutes during peak hours. The service is clean and safe but not designed for heavy luggage. Pay with exact change or load a MyKey card at the airport stop.