The train between Chicago and Indianapolis takes 4h 54m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Chicago to Indianapolis. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a week between Chicago and Indianapolis. The earliest departure is at 5:55 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Chicago is at 5:55 PM which arrives into Indianapolis at 11:49 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at Indianapolis station. Services depart 3 times a week, and operate 3 times a week. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.
Chicago to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.
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The distance between Chicago and Indianapolis is 264.9 km. The road distance is 315 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 4h 54m.
