Bus Tickets from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures for Indianapolis to Los Angeles on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles

Bus
Average PriceUS$115 - US$629Average Duration2d 8h
73kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$189 - US$375Average Duration2d 4h
264kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Indianapolis to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
2d 4hAverage Duration
US$189Cheapest ticket
264kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$188
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 8h
Number of daily buses37
Earliest bus departure3:15am
Distance2905 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Indianapolis to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Los Angeles, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    Indianapolis and Los Angeles are 2910 km (1804 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Amtrak Station in Indianapolis will take you to UCLA in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-28
US$250
09-29
US$356
Today
US$216
10-01
US$284
10-02
US$190
10-03
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10-04
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10-05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of US$190

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

You can expect to pay from US$190 to US$418 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$190 which is on 2025-10-02.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Indianapolis by bus?

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Train from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US

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