How much is the train ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Indianapolis 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 Washington to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 18h 16m, covering a distance of 793 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Indianapolis?

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

Train Washington to Indianapolis from R 1 505 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
10:59	Union Station	18h 16m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
10:59	Union Station	18h 16m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		15:57	Union Station	22h 53m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:09 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 18 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 579, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

18h 16mAverage duration

793 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 585 - R 7 188	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 579 - R 4 013	Average duration18h 16m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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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 R 1 579

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

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Indianapolis 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 Washington to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 18h 16m, covering a distance of 793 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Washington to Indianapolis departs at 10:59. And the latest train departs at 10:59.

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

No data

10/12

R 3 944

Today

R 4 583

12/12

R 4 583

13/12

No data

14/12

R 3 027

15/12

R 3 944

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 027

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 R 3 027 to R 10 463 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 R 3 027, which is on 2025-12-14.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time19h 40m	Avg priceR 2 528	Daily departures18
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time18h 16m	Avg priceR 1 955	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis in about 18h 16m – that's the fastest way to get there!