Find coaches from Indianapolis to New York City

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Next departures from Indianapolis to New York City on 10 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
New York Port AuthorityCheapest
FlixBus
Downtown Transit Center
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)Fastest
Amtrak
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
New York Port AuthorityNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to New York City

Bus
Average priceUS$85 - US$347Average duration1d 1h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$110 - US$318Average duration22h 8m
94kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Indianapolis to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 22 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 8mAverage duration
US$110Cheapest ticket
94kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to New York City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$115
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance653 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Indianapolis to New York City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - New York City

  1. How far is New York City from Indianapolis by coach?

    The journey from Indianapolis to New York City by coach covers an approximate distance of 643 miles (1038 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach New York City from Indianapolis without flying?

    To travel from Indianapolis to New York City without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/09
US$130
08/09
US$159
Today
US$128
10/09
US$110
11/09
US$92
12/09
US$86
13/09
US$86
14/09
US$92
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New York City was searched and found on 12 Sept 2025 with a price of US$86

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

You can expect to pay from US$86 to US$1,773 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$86, which is on 2025-09-12.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Indianapolis and New York City!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis to New York City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Indianapolis to New York City will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Indianapolis to New York City.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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 New York City?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Indianapolis by bus?

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