Trains tickets from Indianapolis to Washington (DC), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Washington.

Average Price$89 - $336Average Duration1d
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$90 - $553Average Duration18h 29m
72kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Indianapolis to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 18 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
18h 29mAverage Duration
$90Cheapest ticket
72kgCO₂ emissions

Train Indianapolis to Washington: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$159
Average train trip duration18h 29m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:15am
Distance492 miles (793 km)

Indianapolis to Washington Train

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $185

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $185 to $533 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $185 which is on 2025-06-11.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Indianapolis to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Indianapolis and Washington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Indianapolis to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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