Bus from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to San Diego on February 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
Downtown SD (Seaport)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:26 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $211, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
2d 11hAverage Duration
2874 kmDistance
72kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$211 - $1,108Average Duration2d 11h
72kg CO₂e
Average Price$487 - $520Average Duration2d 9h
261kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to San Diego start from $211. The average price for this route is around $432. 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 San Diego?

    The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to San Diego is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2874 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to San Diego route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to San Diego at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to San Diego generates an estimated 72 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 San Diego?

    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 5752 reviews.

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

    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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego?

    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.

Best price found
01-30
$297
01-31
$419
Today
$410
02-02
No data
02-03
$356
02-04
$334
02-05
No data
02-06
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $297

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

You can expect to pay from $297 to $419 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $334 which is on 2026-02-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to San Diego, CA, US?

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