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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Empalme to Indio. Traveling by bus from Empalme to Indio usually takes around 16 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 510 mi (821 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $132.92 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tufesa |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Empalme to Indio?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Empalme to Indio. Tufesa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufesa | 2 | 16h 25m | $135.92 |
Book Tufesa from Empalme to Indio from $133. There are 2 trips per day offered by Tufesa from Empalme to Indio and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa ticket to Indio. In Empalme, Tufesa departs to Indio from Suc Moderna . In Indio, Tufesa arrives at 43501 Monroe St .
An average trip on Tufesa from Empalme to Indio takes 16 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa trip will get you to Indio in 15 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Indio.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 510 miles from Empalme to Indio. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Empalme to Indio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Empalme?
Main departure station: Suc Moderna
Most buses depart from the main station in Empalme.
All bus stations in Empalme:
Suc Moderna
Where does the bus arrive in Indio?
Main arrival station: 43501 Monroe St
All buses from Empalme arrive at one main station in Indio.
All bus stations in Indio:
43501 Monroe St
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