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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $148
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $273
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Downtown Transit Center
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $252
Bus Newark to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Bus Newark to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$110
Average bus trip duration19h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:15 AM
Distance635 miles (1023 km)
Latest bus departure11:10 PM

Newark to Indianapolis Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures5
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:15AM - 11:10PM
Minimum Price$87
Average Ticket Price$110
Minimum Trip Duration16h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration19h5m
Distance635 miles (1023 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark - Indianapolis

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Indianapolis without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Newark to Indianapolis takes around 19h 5m on average, although the fastest bus will take 16h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 635 miles (1024 km) that separate the two cities.

Newark and Indianapolis are 635 miles (1024 km) apart.

About 5 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Newark to Indianapolis may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Newark to Indianapolis by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 2:15 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:10 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Newark to Indianapolis start their journey at Penn Station and wind up at Greyhound Amtrak Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $87 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Indianapolis from Newark.

The bus ticket costs $110 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $87 and $301, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Newark to Indianapolis but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Newark to Indianapolis.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Newark to Indianapolis.

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

Did you know?

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Newark by bus?

Bus from Indianapolis to Newark

You can also go to Indianapolis by train

Train from Newark to Indianapolis

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