How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to New York City start from $82. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 New York City?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to New York City is 1d , covering a distance of 646 miles (1042 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to New York City at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to New York City?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to New York City generates an estimated 26.047449999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to New York City?

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 5780 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to New York City?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to New York City?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 New York City?

According to Busbud traveler 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 New York City from $77 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to New York City on April 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	20h 25m	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	16h 10m	4:25pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
	10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 7h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 50m	4:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:15am	Downtown Transit Center	1d 1h	4:40am	New York Port Authority	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to New York City

We recommend taking the train

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 $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 8mAverage Duration

644 milesDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $319	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $1,123	Average Duration22h 8m	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and New York City?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in New York City

A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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Amtrak

4/55,781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Indianapolis New York City recent customer reviews

My trip was for 810pm on monday 12/16/2019.The bus left 1230am on tuesday 12/17/2019. As I complete this survey,it is 750pm on tuesday 12/17/2019 and i am still on the road.The Bus will make a stop at Newark NJ before leaving for NYC So i guess i will be home by 11pm.

Chijioke O.

December 18, 2019

My mom paid for my ticket from Indianapolis to Queens Village in NYC. When I got to the bus station to get my ticket printed out the woman gave me a ticket to Manhattan instead.

Nylasia D.

September 4, 2018

7 hours behind schedule

Noah S.

June 6, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,382 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5669 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to New York City start from $82. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 New York City?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to New York City is 1d , covering a distance of 646 miles (1042 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to New York City at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to New York City?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to New York City generates an estimated 26.047449999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to New York City?
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 5780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to New York City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to New York City?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 New York City?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

03/30

$145

03/31

$141

Today

$174

04/02

$137

04/03

$125

04/04

$110

04/05

$125

04/06

$101

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New York City was searched and found on Apr 6, 2026 with a price of $101

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 $101 to $1,098 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 $101 which is on 2026-04-06.

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.