How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Erie?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Erie start at R 1 191. The average price for this route is around R 1 544. 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 Erie?

The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Erie is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 575 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Erie route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Erie at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Erie produces an estimated 14 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 Erie?

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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Indianapolis to Erie?

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 Erie?

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.

Bus Indianapolis to Erie from R 1 179 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Indianapolis to Erie on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	15h 30m	11:25	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h	14:10	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:30	Downtown Transit Center	14h 40m	14:10	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:55	Indianapolis Bus Station	15h 55m	11:50	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h	14:10	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 15 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

15h 55mAverage duration

575 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 191 - R 2 456	Average duration15h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 874 - R 4 190	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Erie?

Stops in Indianapolis

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

A
Erie Bus Station
208 E Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA 16507

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 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 Erie 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 Erie?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Erie start at R 1 191. The average price for this route is around R 1 544. 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 Erie?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Erie is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 575 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Erie route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Erie?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Erie at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Erie?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Erie produces an estimated 14 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 Erie?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Erie?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Indianapolis to Erie?
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 Erie?
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.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 549

14/12

No data

Today

R 1 214

16/12

R 1 179

17/12

R 1 257

18/12

R 1 265

19/12

No data

20/12

R 1 480

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Erie was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 179

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 179 to R 17 197 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 179, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.