Traveling to and around Indianapolis is easy, convenient and affordable!
Rated the #1 convention city in the U.S. by USA Today, Indianapolis offers Hoosier Hospitality to visitors young and old.
Known as the Crossroads of America, Indy is within a day’s drive of over half of the country’s population. For those arriving by air, the LEED-certified Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is a short, low-traffic 15 minutes from downtown.
Indianapolis International Airport
One of the country’s most environmentally friendly airports is the most passenger friendly as well. Air travelers receive a rousing greeting to the city when they arrive at Indianapolis International Airport. The $1.1 billion Col. H. Weir Cook Terminal opened in 2008 as the first airport terminal designed after 9/11. It combines state-of-the-art security measures with soaring, smart design and public artwork. The Indianapolis International Airport has been consistently named the best airport in North America and is located an easy 15 minutes from the central business district.
Buses
For visitors staying in the heart of the city, the IndyGo (www.indygo.net) bus system operates routes all around the city, for as little as $1.75 per ride. Megabus (us.megabus.com) and Greyhound (www.greyhound.com) terminals are also located downtown.
The Red Line is Indy's first bus rapid transit line with electric buses, platform boarding, and high-frequency service along 13 miles stretching from Broad Ripple in the north the University of Indianapolis in the south.
The Julia M. Carson Transit Center downtown gives bus rides from 5 am to midnight Monday-Saturday and 6 am to 9 pm on Sundays.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at the airport, Indiana Convention Center, Circle Centre mall and major hotels. A typical fare from the airport to downtown is $35, and a $5 flat rate is available for most trips within the downtown area.
Car service in addition to taxis is available through Uber and Lyft. Both app-based services connect visitors with resident drivers.
Driving
Indy is within a day’s drive of over half of the country’s population. Traffic congestion is a rarity in Indianapolis, and visitors find the city’s street layout straightforward and easy to navigate. Downtown features over 70,000 parking spots.