Bus from New York City to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Downtown Transit CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Indianapolis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBusBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 23 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
23h 13mAverage Duration
1038 kmDistance
94kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$120 - $615Average Duration21h 35m
26kg CO₂e
Average Price$157 - $407Average Duration23h 13m
94kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Indianapolis by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Indianapolis start from $120. The average price for this route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Indianapolis?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Indianapolis is 21h 35m, covering a distance of 1036 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 44 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Indianapolis?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Indianapolis at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

    A bus trip from New York City to Indianapolis generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 87463 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.

  9. 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
01-06
$195
01-07
$332
Today
$185
01-09
$214
01-10
$185
01-11
$256
01-12
$136
01-13
$127
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Indianapolis was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $127

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 $127 to $397 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 $127 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually 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.

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