What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Ruston?

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Ruston is to bus via Atlanta which costs $120 - $230 and takes 22h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Ruston?

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Ruston is to fly and bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Ruston?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis station to Ruston. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Ruston via St Louis Bus Station and Jackson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 40m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Ruston?

The distance between Indianapolis and Ruston is 653 miles. The road distance is 730.4 miles.

How do I travel from Indianapolis to Ruston without a car?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Ruston without a car is to bus which takes 20h 40m and costs $150 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Ruston?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Indianapolis to Ruston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Ruston bus from?

Indianapolis to Ruston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Ruston bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Ruston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Ruston?

Ruston is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 10:20 AM in Indianapolis and 9:20 AM in Ruston.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Ruston?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Ruston is 730 miles. It takes approximately 13h 7m to drive from Indianapolis to Ruston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Ruston?

Book your Indianapolis to Ruston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruston?

There are 19+ hotels available in Ruston.

Indianapolis to Ruston - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Indianapolis to Ruston by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)IND - MLU
2. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
7h 48m
$136–548
Fly to El Dorado, taxi
cheapest
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to El Dorado (ELD)IND - ELD
2. Take the taxi from El Dorado (ELD) to Ruston
8h 13m
$114–488
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Jackson
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Ruston
20h 40m
$151–355
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jackson
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Ruston
25h 7m
$199–439
Drive 726.2 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Ruston726.2 mi
13h 7m
$133–192
Fly to Alexandria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)IND - AEX
2. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Ruston
9h 33m
$149–568
Fly to Shreveport, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Shreveport (SHV)IND - SHV
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Ruston
9h 33m
$123–537
Bus via Atlanta
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Atlanta Bus StationFlixBus 2512
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to RustonGreyhound US0604
22h 25m
$125–226

Indianapolis to Ruston by bus (Greyhound)

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20h 40mAverage Duration

$151Cheapest Price

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Distance: 649.3 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Ruston, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Ruston via St Louis Bus Station and Jackson in around 20h 40m.

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