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How to get fromSanta Monica to Indianapolisby plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

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  1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport

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    1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND)plane plane LAX - IND
    7h 6m
    $163–375

  2. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0157S
    2d
    $588–1,374

  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US1210
    2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0421
    2d
    $292–567

  4. Drive 2,064.9 mi

    1. Drive from Santa Monica to Indianapoliscar car 2,064.9 mi
    33h 5m
    $377–545

  5. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport

    1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Indianapolis (IND)plane plane BUR - IND
    9h 38m
    $186–806

  6. Fly from Long Beach Airport

    1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Indianapolis (IND)plane plane LGB - IND
    10h 33m
    $308–1,308

Santa Monica to Indianapolis by tram, bus, and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration2dAverage Duration
Ticket$588Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,836.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 6m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 2nd / Broadway to Indianapolis Union Station via Los Angeles Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 2d.

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