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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Indianapolis Bus Station | Union Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Indianapolis Bus Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags | |||||
 | Downtown Transit Center | Union Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 18 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Washington?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start from $118. The average price for this route is around $194. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Washington?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Washington is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 784 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Washington at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Washington?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Washington generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $144 to $962 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-12-07.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
