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

The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Indianapolis start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Springfield to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Springfield to Indianapolis is 12h 46m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Springfield 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Springfield to Indianapolis departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Train Springfield to Indianapolis from £49 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	12h 46m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	12h 46m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Indianapolis on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
16:46	Springfield Station	9h 4m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
08:22	Springfield Station	10h 28m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	12h 46m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	12h 46m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 22:11 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield 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 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 10mAverage duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£47 - £124	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£51 - £337	Average duration12h 46m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,646 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5646 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 £51

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Indianapolis start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Springfield to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Indianapolis is 12h 46m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield 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 Springfield to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Springfield to Indianapolis departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

£59

13/12

£66

Today

£56

15/12

£55

16/12

£55

17/12

£54

18/12

£59

19/12

£80

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £54

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

You can expect to pay from £54 to £521 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £54, which is on 2025-12-17.