How far is Indianapolis from Charlottesville by coach?

The distance between Charlottesville and Indianapolis by coach is approximately 432 miles (697 km).

What is the best way to go from Charlottesville to Indianapolis without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Charlottesville to Indianapolis from £91 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Indianapolis on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	22h 45m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	19h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	19h 5m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	19h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Indianapolis on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	22h 45m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	19h	02:15	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	19h 5m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	19h 45m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville 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 15 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

15h 23mAverage duration

429 milesDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£51 - £165	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£47 - £159	Average duration15h 23m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,374 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87374 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £51

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Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Indianapolis?

Stops in Charlottesville

A - Campbells Travel Bus Stop

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Charlottesville to Indianapolis

How far is Indianapolis from Charlottesville by coach?
The distance between Charlottesville and Indianapolis by coach is approximately 432 miles (697 km).
What is the best way to go from Charlottesville to Indianapolis without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£110

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£154

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£91

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Indianapolis was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £91

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

You can expect to pay from £91 to £166 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £91, which is on 2025-11-19.