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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Indianapolis to Geneva. Traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Geneva usually takes around 15 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 522 mi (840 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $158.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Geneva?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Indianapolis to Geneva. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 15h 33m | $184.00 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 2 bus trips from Indianapolis to Geneva every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Geneva usually start from $158.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 522 miles from Indianapolis to Geneva. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Indianapolis to Geneva, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Geneva
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Link to image attributionGeneva is in the Finger Lakes region of New York and is famous as the Lake Trout Capital of the World because of its fishing spots. Every Memorial Day weekend, Geneva organizes the National Lake Trout Derby, which attracts anglers from around the country.
Geneva is also popular for its wine scene, with a wide range of wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms. Some popular choices include the Ravines Wine Cellars, White Springs Winery, and Ventosa Vineyards. The downtown Geneva area is the city's shopping district, with a wide range of places for food, jewelry, antiques, and bicycles at the Geneva Bicycle Center.
You can visit Geneva by bus from various cities, with bus routes provided by OurBus and Adirondack Trailways. Within the city, there are buses available for public transport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Indianapolis?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 350 S Illinois St
Union Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and bus station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and bus 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.
All bus stations in Indianapolis:
350 S Illinois St
Where does the bus arrive in Geneva?
Main arrival station: Exchange Street Parking Lot (The Smoke Shop)
All buses from Indianapolis arrive at one main station in Geneva.
All bus stations in Geneva:
Exchange Street Parking Lot (The Smoke Shop)
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