Bus Tickets from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis

Next departures

Next departures for Newark to Indianapolis on October 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Newark Penn Station
Downtown Transit CenterCheapest
FlixBus
Newark Penn Station
Downtown Transit CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Newark Penn Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Newark Penn Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Newark Penn Station
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Indianapolis.

Bus
Average Price$68 - $322Average Duration19h 5m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$110 - $287Average Duration22h 13m
93kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Newark to Indianapolis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
19h 5mAverage Duration
$68Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Newark, NJ to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$110
Average bus trip duration19h 5m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure2:15am
Distance635 miles (1023 km)
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Newark to Indianapolis Bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/02
$146
10/03
$181
Today
$187
10/05
$145
10/06
$77
10/07
$69
10/08
$90
10/09
$70
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $269 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-10-07.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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