How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Sacramento start from $184. The average price for this route is around $381. 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento?

The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Sacramento is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 3039 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Sacramento at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento generates an estimated 76 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5767 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Indianapolis to Sacramento from $271 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Sacramento on March 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	2d 12h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:13 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 12hAverage Duration

3039 kmDistance

76kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$184 - $802	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$353 - $5,905	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 276kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Sacramento?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,529 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,773 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,339 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Sacramento, US 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Sacramento start from $184. The average price for this route is around $381. 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 Indianapolis to Sacramento?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Sacramento is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 3039 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Sacramento at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento generates an estimated 76 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5767 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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03-19

$569

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$620

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$271

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Mar 26, 2026 with a price of $271

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

You can expect to pay from $271 to $1,764 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $271 which is on 2026-03-26.