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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$166
tomorrow
$159
Wednesday
Thursday
$225
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 56h 35m 8:50 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 8:25 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware  Economy $166
Greyhound US 52h 55m 8:50 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 4:45 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $167
FlixBus 50h 0m 2:20 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 7:20 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $171
FlixBus 67h 25m 10:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 8:25 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware  Economy $173
FlixBus 51h 10m 1:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 7:20 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $184

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 54h 30m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 2:30 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $159
Greyhound US 52h 55m 8:50 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 4:45 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $160
FlixBus 56h 20m 12:45 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 12:05 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware  Economy $160
FlixBus 51h 35m 12:45 PM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 7:20 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $160
FlixBus 55h 55m 1:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 12:05 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware  Economy $160

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 50h 0m 2:20 PM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 7:20 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $225
FlixBus 51h 10m 1:10 PM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 7:20 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $225
Greyhound US 61h 25m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 9:25 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $227
Greyhound US 54h 30m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 2:30 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station  Economy $229
Greyhound US 56h 35m 8:50 PM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 8:25 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center  Economy $234
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis via Los Angeles, you can save more than $38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      63h 15m
      0
      1:10 PM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      3:40 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 7h 50m
    • Busbud
      52h 55m
      0
      11:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:25 AM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $168
    Travel time is 10h 15m longer, but you will save $38

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis is $159 on 1/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 7 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis starting from $159!

Cheapest Bus $159
Fastest Bus 53h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Latest Bus 8:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 1,815.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Every day, 7 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for Indianapolis: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/18
Monday 01/19
$166
Tuesday 01/20
$159
Wednesday 01/21
Thursday 01/22
$225
Friday 01/23
Saturday 01/24
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
$174
Tuesday 01/27
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
Friday 01/30
Saturday 01/31
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
Sunday 02/08
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $159, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $225.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis, with $159. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $172.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

These are the most booked bus companies between Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis from our users.

FlixBus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis:

Cheapest Price $160
Fastest Bus 53h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 2:20 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 1/13/2026

Greyhound US from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis:

Cheapest Price $159
Fastest Bus 55h 55m
Earliest Bus 8:50 PM
Last Bus 8:50 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 1/13/2026

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis? Or which bus companies serve the route Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis bus

How much does a Bakersfield, CA Indianapolis bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $159 and takes 57h 30m to reach Indianapolis. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $159 and $239. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Indianapolis.

On average, how many connections are available from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis each day?

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis take?

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis is offered by FlixBus and takes 53h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $171. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus arriving in Indianapolis from Bakersfield, CA starts at 10:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for Indianapolis starts at 8:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bakersfield, CA Indianapolis route?

When traveling by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis?

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bakersfield, CA Indianapolis bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bakersfield, CA Indianapolis bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Bakersfield, CA and Indianapolis change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bakersfield, CA to Indianapolis

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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