Bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Los Angeles on June 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Transit Center
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:26 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
2d 5hAverage Duration
2908 kmDistance
73kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$183 - $734Average Duration2d 5h
73kg CO₂e
Average Price$401 - $479Average Duration2d 4h
264kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Los Angeles start from $183. The average price for this route is around $308. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Los Angeles is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2908 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Los Angeles at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles generates an estimated 72.69225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    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 5817 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?

    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.

Best price found
06-07
$501
06-08
$399
Today
$434
06-10
No data
06-11
$198
06-12
$251
06-13
$238
06-14
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jun 11, 2026 with a price of $198

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

You can expect to pay from $198 to $618 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $198 which is on 2026-06-11.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, US?

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