How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 1 955. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Washington?

The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Washington is 18h 29m, covering a distance of 793 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Washington 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 Washington?

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

Train Indianapolis to Washington from R 1 505 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Washington 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	18h 29m	18:44	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Indianapolis to Washington 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	18h 29m	18:44	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	00:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	18h 29m	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:57 PM EST.

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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 R 1 579, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

18h 29mAverage duration

793 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 576 - R 6 030	Average duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 579 - R 10 725	Average duration18h 29m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Indianapolis and Washington, DC, US?

Indianapolis

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Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 R 1 579

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 1 955. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Washington?
The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Washington is 18h 29m, covering a distance of 793 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from Indianapolis to Washington 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.

Best price found

09/12

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10/12

R 2 629

Today

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12/12

R 9 218

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R 3 200

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 629

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 629 to R 9 218 for a train 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 R 3 200, which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time20h 25m	Avg priceR 2 493	Daily departures20
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time18h 29m	Avg priceR 1 955	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 955 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 579. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US in about 18h 29m – that's the fastest way to get there!