- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$189
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$320
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 d 22 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 d 2 h 49 m
Buses on Aug 29
8
Distance
2906 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $320 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $189.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 8 buses from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 2906 km distance in an average of 2 d 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 22 h 25 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 2 d 8 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $350 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $350, while a flight costs an average of $738.
Distance: 1805 miles (2906 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$350 Average price Cheapest | $683 Average price | $738 Average price | $434 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
49h 1m Average total duration 48h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49h 19m Average total duration 48h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 30h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $332 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $683.
A bus is $388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $738.
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 48h 31m.
Train takes on average 48h 49m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 46h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 70h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $346 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 56h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $419 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 69h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $504 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 61h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $366 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 56h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $246 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 56h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $227 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 44h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $227 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 63h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $238 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 56h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $339 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 44h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 49h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $250 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 44h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $516 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $241 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 50h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 49h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 50h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $303 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 48h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 47h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $503 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 53h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 54h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 58h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $357 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 46h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $239 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 53h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $234 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 73h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $214 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 55h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $217 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 55h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $244 |
The table below shows live departures for Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 1:30 PM Indianapolis, IN | 59h40 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 1:30 PM Indianapolis, IN | 53h20 | 3:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 6:35 PM Indianapolis, IN | 54h55 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 7:55 PM Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 53h15 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3 transfers | |
· | 7:55 PM Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 46h55 | 3:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:05 AM Indianapolis, IN | 46h25 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
· · · | 8:10 PM Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 53h20 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 1:05 AM Indianapolis, IN | 56h10 | 9:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
FlixBus+ · | 11:25 PM Indianapolis, IN | 56h20 | 4:45 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 7:15 AM Indianapolis, IN | 63h15 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Indianapolis, IN | 46h40 | 7:40 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Indianapolis, IN | 49h45 | 3:15 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 48h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $150 but you can travel from only $121 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1805 miles (2906 km) distance in 40h 5m.
Distance 1805 miles (2906 km) |
Average bus duration 48h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 40h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Los Angeles, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Los Angeles, CA trip today.
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Major contemporary art museum in Downtown LA, known for broad collections, special shows, and bold architecture.
World-class encyclopedic museum on Wilshire Boulevard, famous for diverse collections and the Urban Light installation.
Legendary boulevard known for the Walk of Fame, theaters, neon, and classic Hollywood atmosphere mixed with tourist energy.
Lively beachside promenade with street performers, Muscle Beach, and easy access to the Venice Boardwalk scene.
Major urban park with trails, the observatory, picnic areas, and some of the best public views in Los Angeles.
A bacon-wrapped hot dog grilled on a street cart and topped with peppers, onions, mustard, ketchup, and mayo. A late-night Los Angeles street food classic.
A French dip sandwich of thin-sliced roast beef on a roll, often dipped in meat jus. Los Angeles claims the original and locals still debate the best version.
Double corn tortillas filled with stewed beef, birria broth, onions, and cilantro. A beloved Los Angeles Mexican staple, especially popular from trucks and taquerias.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving a seasonal California tasting menu. Refined, intimate, and one of Los Angeles's most respected special-occasion venues.
Legendary taqueria known for charcoal-grilled carne asada tacos. Casual, fast-paced, and widely considered one of Los Angeles's essential taco stops.
Historic downtown deli linked to the French dip. Old-school counter service and classic sandwiches in a landmark Los Angeles setting.
Los Angeles is pricier than many U.S. cities for hotels, dining, parking, and rides. Budget options exist, but tourist areas and transport costs raise daily spend.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for counter service or coffee.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Indianapolis, IN to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building) to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. Use this guide to compare Indianapolis, IN and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building). ATMs are available at Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building).
Ticket office support is available at Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building).
Available at Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Indianapolis, E Washington St / N Delaware St (City/County Building): Wheelchair accessible buses available.
Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food outlets are available.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM is located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore is 19 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Basic accessibility features available for buses.
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