How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Indianapolis start at R 1 404. The average price for this route is around R 2 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New York City to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from New York City to Indianapolis is 21h 35m, covering a distance of 1038 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Indianapolis at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Indianapolis?

A bus trip from New York City to Indianapolis produces an estimated 26 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 New York City to Indianapolis?

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 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Indianapolis?

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 New York City 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 New York City to Indianapolis?

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 New York City to Indianapolis from R 1 285 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	18h 41m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 30m	09:30	2102 N Post Rd	Fastest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 45m	09:45	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	09:55	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:55	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 30m	09:30	2102 N Post Rd	Fastest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 45m	09:45	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:55	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	16h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:55	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 30m	09:30	2102 N Post Rd	Fastest
	Bus	21:00	103 Canal St	12h 45m	09:45	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 30m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Indianapolis on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:55	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Chinatown	17h	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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 21 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 404, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

21h 35mAverage duration

1038 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 404 - R 7 441	Average duration21h 35m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 833 - R 4 664	Average duration23h 13m	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Indianapolis?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

According to 16 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 404

Greyhound New York City Indianapolis recent customer reviews

Not too shabby for my first bus trip. With two layovers/connections, I saw four stations in all. Two were nice and two were in poor condition.

Mark V.

28 July 2019

I did not like how the bus was one it late to go from New York and then it was last when I got to Indianapolis Indiana it took more then 23 hr when it was only 22 hr

Susana V.

21 February 2019

The driver told me that I had to stay on the bus when I told him I was going to Indianapolis then he didn’t even alert me or told me that I needed to Change my bus at Dayton so I ended up at Cincinnati

Ahmed T.

15 January 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512 132 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Wanda Coach

2.5/5666 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi1.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Indianapolis 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 New York City to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Indianapolis start at R 1 404. The average price for this route is around R 2 204. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New York City to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from New York City to Indianapolis is 21h 35m, covering a distance of 1038 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Indianapolis at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from New York City to Indianapolis produces an estimated 26 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 New York City to Indianapolis?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Indianapolis?
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 New York City 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 New York City to Indianapolis?
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

19/01

R 2 169

20/01

R 2 135

Today

R 2 135

22/01

R 2 085

23/01

R 1 685

24/01

R 1 535

25/01

R 1 585

26/01

R 1 435

The cheapest trip from New York City to Indianapolis was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 435

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 435 to R 3 786 for a bus ticket from New York City to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 435, which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.