Bus from Indianapolis to Charlottesville: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Charlottesville on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Charlottesville Union StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 20mAverage Duration
691 kmDistance
63kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$137 - $547Average Duration1d 6h
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$107 - $679Average Duration15h 20m
63kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Charlottesville 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 Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Charlottesville start from $137. The average price for this route is around $212. 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 Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Charlottesville is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 691 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Charlottesville at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

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

  6. What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$178
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$191
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$219
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