Bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Washington on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Indianapolis Bus Station
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown Transit Center
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Washington

We recommend taking the train

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 £71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
18h 29mAverage duration
492 milesDistance
72kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£64 - £269Average duration20h 25m
20kg CO₂e
Average price£71 - £481Average duration18h 29m
72kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start from £64. The average price for this route is around £105. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Washington is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 486 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Washington at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Washington?

    A bus journey from Indianapolis to Washington produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which 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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Washington?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

  9. 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.

Best price found
30/11
£215
01/12
£144
Today
£118
03/12
£86
04/12
£86
05/12
£90
06/12
£87
07/12
£78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £78

To 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 £78 to £520 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 £78, 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.

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