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Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA by bus

The journey from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA by bus is 3,102.15 km and takes 60 hrs 40 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:15 a.m. and the last at 11:55 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA by bus for as little as $243.45 or as much as $654.29. The best price for this journey is $243.45.

Lowest Price $243.45
Journey Duration 60 hrs 40 mins
Connection per Day 11
Lowest Price $243.45
Highest Price $654.29
First Departure 3:15 a.m.
Last Departure 11:55 p.m.
Distance 3,102.15 km
Departure Indianapolis, IN
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA

The cheapest Indianapolis, IN - San Jose, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $133.11 if you’re lucky, or $158.40 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $196.64.

Find the best day to travel to San Jose, CA by bus

When travelling to San Jose, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA
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Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
217.15kg
Bus
232.66kg
Flight
620.43kg
Car
496.34kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA?
A bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA is $408.97. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $243.45.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA is $243.45. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Indianapolis, IN and San Jose, CA by bus?
Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA is 3,102.15 km.
How long does the bus between Indianapolis, IN and San Jose, CA take?
Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA is on average 60 hrs 40 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 52 hrs 55 mins.
Which companies operate from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA?
Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA departs at 3:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest bus from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA departs at 11:55 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $243.45 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Indianapolis, IN and San Jose, CA is 52 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Indianapolis, IN and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to San Jose, CA creates 232.66kg of CO2 emissions.

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