What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $350 - $550 and takes 33h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs $220 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Alameda / Los Angeles, El Monte Bus Stop and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

The distance between Bakersfield and Indianapolis is 1839 miles. The road distance is 2076.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 1h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Indianapolis bus from?

Bakersfield to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs $220 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Bakersfield to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 3h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 11:01 PM in Bakersfield and 2:01 AM in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Indianapolis is 2076 miles. It takes approximately 33h 10m to drive from Bakersfield to Indianapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Indianapolis?

Book your Bakersfield to Indianapolis bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 909+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Bakersfield to Indianapolis - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Indianapolis by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Meadows Field Airport
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Indianapolis (IND)plane BFL - IND
7h 18m
$226–880
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2d 1h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2d 2h
Drive 2,064.4 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Indianapoliscar 2,064.4 mi
33h 10m
$353–510
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND)plane LAX - IND
9h 24m
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Indianapolis (IND)plane SBA - IND
12h 2m

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,827.9 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Indianapolis (IND) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Indianapolis Union Station via Los Angeles, Alameda / Los Angeles, El Monte Bus Stop, and St Louis Bus Station in around 2d 2h.

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