Bus from Charlottesville to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Indianapolis on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 15 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 23mAverage Duration
691 kmDistance
63kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$133 - $505Average Duration20h 45m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$85 - $291Average Duration15h 23m
63kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Indianapolis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Indianapolis start from $133. The average price for this route is around $236. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Indianapolis?

    The average bus travel time from Charlottesville to Indianapolis is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 691 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Indianapolis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlottesville to Indianapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Indianapolis at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Indianapolis?

    A bus trip from Charlottesville to Indianapolis generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $200

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlottesville to Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $200 to $274 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2026-01-16.

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