Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Indianapolis (W Vermont St) | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:05 PM EDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Los Angeles
Stops in Los Angeles
- A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA - B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA - E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Los Angeles start from $173. The average price for this route is around $324. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Los Angeles is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2908 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Los Angeles route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Los Angeles at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles generates an estimated 72.68995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5844 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jul 20, 2026 with a price of $197To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $197 to $494 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2026-07-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
