How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Indianapolis start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Indianapolis is 3h 34m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Indianapolis route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Cincinnati to Indianapolis departs at 01:41. And the latest train departs at 02:21.

Train Cincinnati to Indianapolis from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Indianapolis on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Indianapolis on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Indianapolis on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:41	Union Terminal	3h 34m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:28 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 10mAverage duration

99 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £30	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £39	Average duration3h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £21

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Indianapolis by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Indianapolis start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Indianapolis is 3h 34m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Indianapolis departs at 01:41. And the latest train departs at 02:21.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Indianapolis was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cincinnati to Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £30 to £155 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-15.