Next available departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Indianapolis on 27 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:55	Union Station	2d 8h	04:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
16:55	Union Station	1d 23h	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
16:55	Union Station	1d 23h	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
16:55	Union Station	2d 3h	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
16:55	Union Station	2d 3h	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
16:55	Union Station	2d 8h	04:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 06:18 PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 1,163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

2d 5hAverage duration

2909 kmDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 1,163 - NOK 5,507	Average duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 1,842 - NOK 18,758	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 264kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Indianapolis?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6467 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at NOK 1,842

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Indianapolis by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Indianapolis start from NOK 1,842. The average price for this train route is around NOK 2,713. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Indianapolis is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2906 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Indianapolis departs at 16:55. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/08

NOK 2,610

26/08

NOK 2,906

Today

NOK 3,059

28/08

No data

29/08

No data

30/08

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31/08

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01/09

NOK 2,562

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 1 Sept 2026 with a price of NOK 2,562

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 2,562 to NOK 18,113 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 2,562, which is on 2026-09-01.