Cheap coach tickets from New York to Indianapolis

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Coach from New York to Indianapolis: Journey Information

There are 58 intercity coaches per day from New York to Indianapolis. Travelling by coach from New York to Indianapolis usually takes around 22 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance
644 mi (1036 km)
Shortest duration
12h 30m
Cheapest price
£60.62
Trips per day
58
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Coach lines
3

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Average score for coaches from New York to Indianapolis (Based on 18 ratings and reviews)

4.6

5.0

Paramjit

20 December 2025 - Holiday

Wanda Coach
Pros: thank

4.0

Charles

26 July 2025 - Visiting family

Greyhound
Pros: Customer should be more patient with the staff and follow all policies, protocols within that organization.

5.0

Vivek

23 April 2025 - Holiday

FlixBus US
Pros: Good

5.0

KAMALJIT

21 November 2024 - Visiting friends

Wanda Coach
Pros: 😁 Cons: Everything good 👍

5.0

Jatinder

20 April 2023 - Visiting friends

Wanda Coach
Pros: Good service

How much is a coach ticket from New York to Indianapolis?

Coach tickets for a trip from New York to Indianapolis cost about £111 when you book at the cheapest time, 17 days ahead. Coach tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the coach is often more affordable than flying to Indianapolis. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from New York to Indianapolis by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from New York to Indianapolis in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £89 to £164. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 18 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Indianapolis this week, coach tickets are available starting at £103.

Average coach ticket prices from New York to Indianapolis by month

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Taking the coach from New York to Indianapolis is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only £118. If you're planning to take the coach from New York to Indianapolis during November, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £135. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 17 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £71.13 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from New York to Indianapolis?

There are 3 coach lines from New York to Indianapolis available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 29 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US2923h 53m£152.55
Greyhound2920h 26m£144.29
Wanda Coach212h 38m£111.54
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 29 trips per day from New York to Indianapolis, and the average ticket for this route costs only £152.55.

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  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 29 coach trips from New York to Indianapolis every day, with the average journey taking around 20 hours and 26 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Indianapolis usually start from £60.62.

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  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown coach carriers in the U.S. The company offers 2 daily coach trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With coach ticket prices starting from £111.54 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred coach carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of New York and Indianapolis.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from New York to Indianapolis

There are 58 scheduled coaches that travel from New York to Indianapolis every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Indianapolis; ticket prices start at £83.

Trips per day

58

Direct trips

8

The coach takes an average of 22 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 644 miles from New York to Indianapolis. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

644

Distance (km)

1036

The first coach leaves at 0:55 and the last coach leaves at 23:59. To see the times for all coaches from New York to Indianapolis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:55am

Latest coach

11:59pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from New York to Indianapolis for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travellers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major coach and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Indianapolis

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Indianapolis, or often referred to as just Indy, is the capital and largest city in the state of Indiana. While the city attracts thousands of visitors from the area every month, it is during Memorial Day weekend that Indianapolis becomes the place to be for over 300,000 race car fans from all over the globe. The reason for that is the Indianapolis 500, an annual automobile race and the world’s largest single day sporting event, taking place at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

If you’re not in Indianapolis for Memorial Day weekend, you can learn about the race and see a rare collection of 500 Indy race vehicles and memorabilia at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. And while you’re on a history streak, stop by at one of the many war memorials found throughout the city, like the Soldiers and Sailors monument, the World War II memorial, and the Indiana War Memorial where you must check out the Shrine Room for a stunning one-of-a-kind experience.

Over the past few years, Indianapolis has also been cultivating a vibrant restaurant scene, offering classic American dishes made with ingredients from local farmers, and a growing selection of international cuisine. If you’re a beer fan, you will be happy to know that Indianapolis has some of the highest quality breweries in the U.S.

Located in the heart of America’s Midwest, Indianapolis offers easy connections by coach and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in New York?

Main departure station: Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station

Coaches to Indianapolis leave from 13 stations in New York.

All coach stations in New York:

  • Manhattan - Port Authority Bus Station
  • GW Bridge Bus Station
  • Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
  • SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave
  • New York Midtown West
  • New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
  • Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
  • Queens Village - 7-11 - Jd Foods
  • Queens/Jamaica 91-91 144th Pl
  • La Cubana
  • 145 Canal St
  • 41-32 Kissena Blvd
  • 120 E Broadway

Where does the coach arrive in Indianapolis?

Main arrival station: Indianapolis Union Station

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Union Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and coach station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and coach carriers including Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Miller Transportation, and Burlington Trailways. The modern station is located directly south of the historic 1888 Union Station, which now houses a hotel, several restaurants, and a wedding venue. Union Station is in the Wholesale District of downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance to eateries and hotels. There is even an underground, climate-controlled walkway from the station to the nearby Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts.

Coach stations in Indianapolis:

  • 350 S Illinois St
  • Indianapolis (W Vermont St)
  • 2102 N Post Rd (BP Gas Station 70/91)
  • 3649 Lafayette Rd

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