So you’ve decided to use Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to travel. Well there are few things you should know before finalizing your travel plans. For your convenience I have listed all major means of ground transportation available at IND; read each one carefully and then make a decision.

Shuttle Service
As with most major airports; IND has a horde of hotels, inns, and motels surrounding it. Many of these offer free shuttle service between IND and their establishments, it may work cheaper to book a room at one of these hotels because you wouldn’t have to pay any transportation fee to the airport.
Door-to-door service is provided by companies such as Indianapolis Airport Shuttles. With this kind of service, you will be picked you up at your door and the driver will help you load and unload your luggage, so although it is a little expensive it is worth the money.
Bus
If you have a small amount of things; the IndyGo Green Line public bus service may be right for you. IndiGo Green Line operates on 29 routs daily and will carry you to all major hospitals, malls, and the downtown area. The Express ride from the airport will cost you about $7.00 and a non express ride will cost you $1.75. This is one of the better means of getting around during rush hour, because there are specialized bus lanes, and the more persons you have riding the buses; the less vehicles you have on the road causing traffic.
Rental Car
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty all have counters at IND, so there is no need for Rental Center Shuttles. Just walk over to the Ground Transportation Center on the parking garage’s first and talk with one of the representatives. It’s as simple as that.
Limousine & Executive Car
If you are looking for luxurious top of the line service; check out any of the nine limousine companies licensed to pickup and drop off costumers at IND. Most of these companies offer on-demand service but since availability is limited you should make reservations in advance. On-demand limousine providers are located on the Parking Garage’s first floor.
Taxi Cab
For some reason the taxicabs charge about the same fee as the limousine companies. The minimum fare is $15 to all destinations outside the airport, and you can be prepared to pay an hourly fee if you make the driver wait for any reason. Nonetheless this may be one of the better means of transportation for persons traveling alone.
Tips
Whenever you are traveling it is better to make reservations in advance; it saves time and money. Check online as well as phoning the companies, because many deals/specials can only be found online. Also ask if your hotel is partnered with any specific rental companies, as hotel and car bundles work out to be cheaper for the most part.
Remember to only ride with authorized drivers; ask to see their airport identification badge and check the vehicle to make sure it is authorized with the airport decal one the bumper.

For more information on transportation options visit:

http://www.indianapolisairport.com/parking_transportation/index.aspx