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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Downtown Transit Center | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | Indianapolis Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Downtown Transit Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | Downtown Transit Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Indianapolis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 19 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Newark and Indianapolis?
Stops in Newark
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Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Indianapolis start from $125. The average price for this route is around $213. 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 Newark to Indianapolis?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Indianapolis is 19h 5m, covering a distance of 1023 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Indianapolis route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Indianapolis at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Newark 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.
What is the best bus company from Newark 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 Newark to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $245To 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 $245 to $619 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 $254 which is on 2025-12-02.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
