How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis cost?

The bus ticket price from Washington to Indianapolis starts at R 1 408. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Indianapolis?

The average travel time between Washington and Indianapolis is around 19h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 792 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Indianapolis?

The number of buses from Washington to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Indianapolis?

When taking the bus from Washington to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Indianapolis?

Buses travelling between Washington and Indianapolis leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Bus Washington to Indianapolis from R 1 528 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	18h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Union Station	15h 30m	02:15	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 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	19h 30m	03:00	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Union Station	15h 30m	02:15	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 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	19h 45m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Union Station	15h 30m	02:15	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

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:10 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 1 603, 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 1 408 - R 5 394	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 603 - R 3 384	Average duration18h 16m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Indianapolis?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Indianapolis starts at R 1 408. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Indianapolis?
The average travel time between Washington and Indianapolis is around 19h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 792 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Indianapolis?
The number of buses from Washington to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Indianapolis?
When taking the bus from Washington to Indianapolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Indianapolis?
Buses travelling between Washington and Indianapolis leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 2 002

13/11

R 1 528

Today

R 1 703

15/11

R 1 932

16/11

R 1 932

17/11

R 1 791

18/11

No data

19/11

R 1 826

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 528

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 1 528 to R 3 003 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 1 791, which is on 2025-11-17.