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

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Indianapolis start from $87. The average price for this route is around $151. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Indianapolis is 21h 25m, covering a distance of 643 miles (1037 km). The quickest bus can get 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 48 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 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 87387 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 has the most timely service from New York City to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:10pm	New York Port Authority	18h 35m	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	21h 35m	1:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 30m	9:30am	2102 N Post Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 45m	9:45am	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	18h 41m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	23h 25m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:10pm	New York Port Authority	18h 35m	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	21h 30m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 30m	9:30am	2102 N Post Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 45m	9:45am	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 45m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:40pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 6h	9:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:10pm	New York Port Authority	18h 35m	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	17h 45m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	21h 35m	1:15pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	18h 5m	9:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	17h 45m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	17h 45m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 30m	9:30am	2102 N Post Rd	Fastest
	Bus	9:00pm	103 Canal St	12h 45m	9:45am	#3649 Lafayette Rd	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Indianapolis on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	17h 45m	2:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 15m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	17h 5m	6:40pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	18h 30m	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	3:00am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

48bus per day

21h 25mAverage Duration

643 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $441	Average Duration21h 25m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $1,338	Average Duration22h 35m	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

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

Stops in New York City

A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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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

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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.

July 28, 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.

February 21, 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.

January 15, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Indianapolis start from $87. The average price for this route is around $151. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Indianapolis is 21h 25m, covering a distance of 643 miles (1037 km). The quickest bus can get 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 48 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 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 87387 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 has the most timely service from New York City to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

11/26

$203

11/27

$220

Today

$141

11/29

$130

11/30

$274

12/01

$130

12/02

$117

12/03

$92

The cheapest trip from New York City to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $92

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 $92 to $451 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 $92 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus, 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.