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

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to Indianapolis on 7 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:31 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
1783 milesDistance
72kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£219 - £568Average duration2d 8h
72kg CO₂e
Average price£302 - £1,597Average duration2d 6h
261kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Indianapolis start from £219. The average price for this route is around £308. 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 journey from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Indianapolis is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1783 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Indianapolis at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

    A bus journey from San Diego to Indianapolis produces an estimated 72 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    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 87463 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    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 San Diego to Indianapolis?

    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.

Best price found
03/01
£371
04/01
£233
Today
£283
06/01
No data
07/01
£253
08/01
£249
09/01
£262
10/01
£233
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 4 Jan 2026 with a price of £233

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

You can expect to pay from £233 to £738 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £233, which is on 2026-01-10.

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