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

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 13 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Greyhound Amtrak StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Greyhound Amtrak StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 13:02 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
19h 45mAverage duration
498 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£69 - £258Average duration19h 45m
20kg CO₂e
Average price£70 - £568Average duration18h 16m
72kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Indianapolis start from £70. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 18h 16m, covering a distance of 492 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Indianapolis route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Indianapolis?

    The earliest train from Washington to Indianapolis departs at 10:59. And the latest train departs at 11:39.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
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11/01
£174
Today
£202
13/01
£152
14/01
£98
15/01
£152
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £98

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

You can expect to pay from £98 to £418 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £98, which is on 2026-01-14.

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