How much is the train ticket from Portland to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Indianapolis start from R 6 645. The average price for this train route is around R 6 645. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portland to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Portland to Indianapolis is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3028 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Portland to Indianapolis departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Train Portland to Indianapolis from R 4 186 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Indianapolis on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		16:45	Union Station	2d 7h	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		16:45	Union Station	2d 7h	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:43 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland 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 3 days, 6 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 6 645, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3d 6hAverage duration

3028 kmDistance

275kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 666 - R 14 515	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 645 - R 7 111	Average duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 275kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 4 354

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Indianapolis start from R 6 645. The average price for this train route is around R 6 645. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Portland to Indianapolis is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3028 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Portland to Indianapolis departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

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

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R 5 933

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The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Indianapolis was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 933

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 933 to R 23 854 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 933, which is on 2025-12-14.