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What is the best way to travel from Indianapolis to San Diego?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
49h 40m
$171
$213
23
Flight
6h 11m
$159
$262
39

What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Indianapolis?

You can get to San Diego with just $159 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
Friday
from $224
Saturday
from $171
Sunday
from $177
Monday
from $159
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $189

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    61h 35m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $224
  • Greyhound US
    64h 55m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $224
  • FlixBus
    65h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $226
  • FlixBus
    61h 10m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    9:40 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $226
  • Greyhound US
    54h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $239

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    53h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    53h 45m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    63h 15m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    11:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $176
  • FlixBus
    69h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $179
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $179

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 11m
    0
    8:48 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $177
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 37m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $323
  • American Airlines
    6h 57m
    0
    11:53 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    3:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $479
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 2m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    6:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $519

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    23h 42m
    0
    9:11 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    5:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 11m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $167
  • Allegiant Air
    7h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    12:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from $188
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Alaska Airlines
    17h 43m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    10:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    63h 50m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $289
  • FlixBus
    60h 15m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $292
  • Greyhound US
    49h 40m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $292

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    10:15 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
  • FlixBus
    56h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
  • FlixBus
    66h 15m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    11:50 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
  • Greyhound US
    53h 45m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $190
  • Greyhound US
    53h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $192
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    38h 48m
    0
    12:03 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:51 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $212
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • United Airlines
    6h 40m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    9:40 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Alaska Airlines
    17h 43m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    10:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • American Airlines
    7h 28m
    0
    5:26 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $311

What are the fastest trips from Indianapolis to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Indianapolis in just 6h 11m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
from 54h 15m
Saturday
from 53h 15m
Sunday
from 6h 11m
Monday
from 7h 38m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 6h 40m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    54h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $239
  • FlixBus
    61h 10m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    9:40 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $226
  • FlixBus
    61h 35m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $224
  • Greyhound US
    64h 55m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $224
  • FlixBus
    65h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $226

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    53h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    53h 45m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    63h 15m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    11:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $176
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $179
  • FlixBus
    69h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $179

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 11m
    0
    8:48 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $177
  • American Airlines
    6h 57m
    0
    11:53 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    3:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $479
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 37m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $323
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 2m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    6:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $519

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Allegiant Air
    7h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    12:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from $188
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Alaska Airlines
    17h 43m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    10:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 11m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $167
  • Frontier Airlines
    23h 42m
    0
    9:11 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    5:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    49h 40m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $292
  • FlixBus
    60h 15m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $292
  • FlixBus
    63h 50m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $289

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    6h 40m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    9:40 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • American Airlines
    7h 28m
    0
    5:26 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $311
  • United Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Alaska Airlines
    17h 43m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    10:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Spirit Airlines
    38h 48m
    0
    12:03 PM
    Indianapolis Airport
    Indianapolis Airport
    11:51 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $212
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    53h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $192
  • Greyhound US
    53h 45m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Indianapolis
    Central Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $190
  • FlixBus
    56h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
  • FlixBus
    64h 40m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    10:15 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
  • FlixBus
    66h 15m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Indianapolis
    Washington / Delaware
    11:50 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $189
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Indianapolis to San Diego

What are the most popular stations in Indianapolis and San Diego?

In Indianapolis, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Greyhound Bus Station or Downtown Transit Center, while in San Diego you will be arriving at San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Bus Stop or Old Town Transit Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Diego from Indianapolis? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Indianapolis and San Diego, you can pay as low as $159 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Frontier Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 6h 11m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Indianapolis and San Diego are FlixBus, Greyhound US and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Indianapolis and San Diego is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Beech Grove, IN or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from Indianapolis Airport, and landing at Tijuana Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Indianapolis to San Diego?

The most popular companies between Indianapolis and San Diego, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Indianapolis to San Diego

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Indianapolis to San Diego. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Indianapolis to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Indianapolis?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from Indianapolis.

How far is San Diego from Indianapolis?

The distance between Indianapolis and San Diego is 1,785.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Indianapolis and San Diego?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 78 kgs of CO2, a train 101 kgs, a car 488 kgs, and a flight 707 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Indianapolis to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego with just $159 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to San Diego?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Diego in just 6h 11m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Indianapolis and to San Diego

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Indianapolis and to San Diego. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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