What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis is to fly which costs $170 - $390 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $170 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles station to Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 55m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

The distance between Los Angeles and Indianapolis is 1850 miles. The road distance is 2061.2 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 45h 55m and costs $350 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Indianapolis bus from?

Los Angeles to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Bus or fly from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $170 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $550 and takes 45h 55m.

Where does the Los Angeles to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 3h ahead of Los Angeles. It is currently 4:38 AM in Los Angeles and 7:38 AM in Indianapolis.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Indianapolis is 2061 miles. It takes approximately 32h 47m to drive from Los Angeles to Indianapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Book your Los Angeles to Indianapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 871+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

Los Angeles to Indianapolis - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly from Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND)plane LAX - IND
6h 39m
$170–385
Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Indianapolis (IND)plane BUR - IND
8h 24m
$159–711
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
45h 55m
$352–547
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
45h 57m
$1,183–1,819
Drive 2,049.2 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Indianapoliscar 2,049.2 mi
32h 47m
$374–541
Fly from Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Indianapolis (IND)plane LGB - IND
9h 54m
$268–1,208
Train to San Diego International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis (IND)plane SAN - IND
9h 10m
$180–327

Los Angeles to Indianapolis by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

45h 55mAverage Duration

$352Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,839.2 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and three other airlines fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indianapolis Union Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 45h 55m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Indianapolis via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 42m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $150–650

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Indianapolis via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 6h 35m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $160–700

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Indianapolis via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 17m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Indianapolis via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 6h 20m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Indianapolis via Denver

Ave. Duration: 6h 32m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Indianapolis via Austin

Ave. Duration: 6h 40m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $180–800

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Indianapolis via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 9h 5m
When: Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $160–700

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 36m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Denver

Ave. Duration: 6h 12m
When: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 47m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Houston Hobby Apt

Ave. Duration: 6h 20m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $300–1,300

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 7h 5m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $280–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Austin

Ave. Duration: 7h 15m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $290–1,300

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 8h 22m
When: Sunday and Saturday
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Indianapolis via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 10h 35m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $270–1,200

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Indianapolis

Ave. Duration: 3h 55m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Indianapolis via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 48m
When: Sunday and Saturday
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Indianapolis via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 6h 20m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Indianapolis via Austin

Ave. Duration: 6h 47m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $160–700

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