How much does a bus ticket from Charlotte to Indianapolis cost?

The bus ticket price from Charlotte to Indianapolis starts at R 1 654. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlotte to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

The average travel time between Charlotte and Indianapolis is around 19h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 690 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Charlotte and Indianapolis?

The number of buses from Charlotte to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlotte to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

When taking the bus from Charlotte to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

Buses travelling between Charlotte and Indianapolis leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company or Charlotte Douglas International Airport and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Bus Charlotte to Indianapolis from R 595 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Indianapolis on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:30	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 55m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	18:10	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 55m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	22:30	Charlotte Bus Station	18h 5m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 2h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Indianapolis on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:40	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 2h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	02:50	Charlotte Bus Station	15h 50m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 30m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	09:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	05:05	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 20m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Indianapolis on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:10	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 55m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	02:50	Charlotte Bus Station	15h 50m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 30m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	09:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	22:30	Charlotte Bus Station	18h 5m	16:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:36 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte 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 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 654, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

19h 50mAverage duration

684 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 654 - R 5 505	Average duration19h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 373 - R 5 955	Average duration23h 44m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Bus Charlotte, NC to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 2 346

Average bus trip duration19h 50m

Number of daily buses17

Earliest bus departure00:55

Distance684 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 176 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Charlotte to Indianapolis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Indianapolis?

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Indianapolis

How much does a bus ticket from Charlotte to Indianapolis cost?
The bus ticket price from Charlotte to Indianapolis starts at R 1 654. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlotte to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
The average travel time between Charlotte and Indianapolis is around 19h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 690 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Charlotte and Indianapolis?
The number of buses from Charlotte to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlotte to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
When taking the bus from Charlotte to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
Buses travelling between Charlotte and Indianapolis leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company or Charlotte Douglas International Airport and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

R 2 006

02/11

R 3 195

Today

R 2 201

04/11

R 2 343

05/11

R 2 130

06/11

No data

07/11

R 2 006

08/11

R 595

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Indianapolis was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of R 595

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

You can expect to pay from R 595 to R 4 064 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 595, which is on 2025-11-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charlotte and Indianapolis!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charlotte to Indianapolis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Indianapolis will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charlotte to Indianapolis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Indianapolis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time19h 50m	Avg priceR 2 346	Daily departures17
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time23h 44m	Avg priceR 3 659	Daily departures1

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