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Indianapolis to Los Angeles Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Indianapolis to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 705.23 | Avg. PricePLN 1,291.95 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips7 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration2d 9h 3m | Duration2d 4h 22m |
Bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Indianapolis to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles usually takes around 58 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 49 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 1806 mi (2906 km) |
| Shortest duration | 49h 40m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 504.10 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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5.0
How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Indianapolis to Los Angeles cost PLN 619.05 on average. Bus 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 bus is often more affordable than flying to Los Angeles. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
Taking the bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only PLN 797. If you're planning to take the bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles during September, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of PLN 1,220. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to PLN 613.38.
What bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Indianapolis to Los Angeles. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 15 | 2d 10h 33m | PLN 1,027.86 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 15 trips per day from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 58 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 1806 miles from Indianapolis to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 49 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Los Angeles at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Indianapolis to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from Indianapolis to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Indianapolis to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at PLN 812.06.
City Information
Indianapolis
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 bus and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Indianapolis?
Main departure station: E Washington St
Indianapolis has two bus stations with service to Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Indianapolis:
E Washington St
Indianapolis Northeast
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
Los Angeles Un Station Arrival
USC - 3492 S Hope St
592 Gayley Ave
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