What is the cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis is to bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal which costs $120 - $250 and takes 18h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $240 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between New York, NY and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York City Chinatown and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between New York, NY and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from New York, NY to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Grand St and arriving at Indianapolis via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

The distance between New York, NY and Indianapolis is 679 miles. The road distance is 706 miles.

How do I travel from New York, NY to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 17h and costs $130 - $220.

How long does it take to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New York, NY to Indianapolis bus from?

New York, NY to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from New York City Chinatown station.

Where do I catch the New York, NY to Indianapolis train from?

New York, NY to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 17h and costs $130 - $220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $300 - $700 and takes 24h 35m.

Where does the New York, NY to Indianapolis bus arrive?

New York, NY to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Where does the New York, NY to Indianapolis train arrive?

New York, NY to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between New York, NY to Indianapolis is 706 miles. It takes approximately 12h 27m to drive from New York, NY to Indianapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from New York, NY to Indianapolis?

Book your New York, NY to Indianapolis bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 840+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

New York, NY to Indianapolis - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from New York, NY to Indianapolis by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, subway, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Indianapolis (IND)plane EWR - IND
5h 18m
$245–1,633
Bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
18h 25m
$123–243
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from New York City Chinatown to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2640
17h
$130–220
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
24h 35m
$303–653
Drive 701.9 mi
1. Drive from New York, NY to Indianapoliscar 701.9 mi
12h 27m
$129–185
Line 4 subway, bus to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall to 125th Streetsubway
2. Take the bus from E 125 St/Lexington Av to Laguardia Rd/94 Stbus
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Indianapolis (IND)plane LGA - IND
5h 30m
$138–713
Subway to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Delancey St-Essex St to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airportsubway
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Indianapolis (IND)plane JFK - IND
5h 40m
$414–1,614
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Indianapolis (IND)plane PHL - IND
6h 44m
$148–1,458

New York, NY to Indianapolis by bus (Flixbus)

6Weekly Buses

17hAverage Duration

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Distance: 674.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from New York City Chinatown to Indianapolis 6 times a week. Tickets cost $130–220 and the journey takes 17h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $300–650 and the journey takes 23h 15m.

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