How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Newark 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 Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Newark is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 634 miles (1023 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Newark?

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

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Newark?

A bus trip from Indianapolis to Newark generates an estimated 25.559625 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 Newark?

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 Newark?

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 Newark?

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 Newark?

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 Newark from $77 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Newark on April 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	19h 35m	3:30pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	15h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 45m	3:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
9:30am	Downtown Transit Center	20h 20m	5:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Newark on April 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	15h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 45m	3:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
9:30am	Downtown Transit Center	20h 20m	5:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 15m	9:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
7:55pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	19h 35m	3:30pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Newark on April 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:15am	Downtown Transit Center	15h 25m	3:40pm	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
9:10am	Indianapolis Bus Station	18h 45m	3:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
9:30am	Downtown Transit Center	20h 20m	5:50am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
10:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 5h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:45 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 45mAverage Duration

634 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $296	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $1,289	Average Duration21h 48m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Newark?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare companies

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 Newark recent customer reviews

Its the BEST

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December 1, 2020

Amtrak

4/55,782 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,387 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Newark 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 Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to Newark is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 634 miles (1023 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Newark at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Newark?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Newark generates an estimated 25.559625 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 Newark?
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 Newark?
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 Newark?
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 Newark?
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

No data

03/31

$138

Today

$126

04/02

$160

04/03

$108

04/04

$118

04/05

$99

04/06

$82

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Apr 6, 2026 with a price of $82

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

You can expect to pay from $82 to $1,734 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 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.