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

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

How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Cincinnati?

The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Cincinnati is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Cincinnati 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 Indianapolis to Cincinnati?

The earliest train from Indianapolis to Cincinnati departs at 00:15. And the latest train departs at 00:15.

Train Indianapolis to Cincinnati from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Cincinnati on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Cincinnati on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Cincinnati on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	3h 12m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 3 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 12mAverage duration

98 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £65	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £26	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5636 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 Indianapolis to Cincinnati 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 Indianapolis to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Cincinnati start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Cincinnati?
The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Cincinnati is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Cincinnati 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 Indianapolis to Cincinnati?
The earliest train from Indianapolis to Cincinnati departs at 00:15. And the latest train departs at 00:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£20

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£20

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Cincinnati was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £155 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Cincinnati?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 55m	Avg price£26	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 12m	Avg price£21	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Cincinnati is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £21 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £21. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cincinnati, choose the train, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Cincinnati in about 1h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!