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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Diridon Station | Downtown Transit Center | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Diridon Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Diridon Station | Greyhound Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
 | Diridon Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Diridon Station | Greyhound Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £281, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Indianapolis?
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA - D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA - E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA - F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Jose, US to Indianapolis
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Indianapolis start from £281. The average price for this route is around £313. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Indianapolis is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1922 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Indianapolis route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Indianapolis at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 09:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from San Jose to Indianapolis produces an estimated 77 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Jose to Indianapolis?
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 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Indianapolis?
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 San Jose, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £314To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Indianapolis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £314 to £725 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £314, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
