How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Charlottesville start at R 1 663. The average price for this route is around R 2 583. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Charlottesville is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 691 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Charlottesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Charlottesville at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Charlottesville produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

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 Indianapolis to Charlottesville?

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.

Bus Indianapolis to Charlottesville from R 2 322 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Charlottesville on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25	Indianapolis Bus Station	19h 40m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:15	Downtown Transit Center	1d 9h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 303, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

15h 20mAverage duration

691 kmDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 663 - R 6 660	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 303 - R 8 264	Average duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Charlottesville?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Charlottesville by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Charlottesville start at R 1 663. The average price for this route is around R 2 583. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Charlottesville is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 691 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Charlottesville at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Charlottesville produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
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 Indianapolis to Charlottesville?
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

13/12

R 2 735

14/12

R 2 168

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R 2 322

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R 2 666

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Charlottesville was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 168

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 168 to R 2 735 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 666, which is on 2025-12-16.