Bus from Indianapolis to Oakland: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Indianapolis to Oakland on January 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
El Cerrito del Norte BARTNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
El Cerrito del Norte BARTNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $516, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 13hAverage Duration
3117 kmDistance
78kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$516 - $1,270Average Duration2d 13h
78kg CO₂e
Average Price$443 - $3,743Average Duration2d 18h
284kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Oakland 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 Oakland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Oakland start from $516. The average price for this route is around $861. 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 Oakland?

    The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Oakland is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 3117 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Oakland at 8:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to Oakland generates an estimated 78 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 Oakland?

    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 5696 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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 Oakland?

    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.

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