How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start from $92. The average price for this train route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which train operators service the Indianapolis to Washington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Indianapolis to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to Washington at 12:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:15am.

Train Indianapolis to Washington from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Washington on March 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	18h 29m	6:44pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Indianapolis to Washington on April 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	18h 29m	6:44pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	18h 29m	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:32 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Washington

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 $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

18h 29mAverage Duration

492 milesDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $324	Average Duration22h 15m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$92 - $233	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

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $92

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

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $92. The average price for this train route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which train operators service the Indianapolis to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Indianapolis to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to Washington at 12:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/23

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03/24

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Today

$187

03/26

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03/27

$225

03/28

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03/29

$479

03/30

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Mar 25, 2026 with a price of $187

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 $187 to $479 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 $225 which is on 2026-03-27.