How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis start at R 1 489. The average price for this route is around R 1 719. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 785 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Indianapolis at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis?

A bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Washington to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Indianapolis?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Indianapolis from R 1 379 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	18h 20m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:35	Union Station	19h 40m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:35	Union Station	13h 25m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:35	Union Station	13h 25m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 9 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

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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 1 499, 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 1 489 - R 4 880	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 499 - R 9 080	Average duration18h 16m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Indianapolis?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 175 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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 bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis start at R 1 489. The average price for this route is around R 1 719. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 785 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Indianapolis at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/02

R 1 412

02/02

R 1 412

Today

R 1 412

04/02

R 1 412

05/02

R 1 379

06/02

R 1 412

07/02

No data

08/02

R 1 412

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 379

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 379 to R 3 925 for a bus 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 1 379, which is on 2026-02-05.