The average train between Washington DC and Indianapolis takes 18h 26m and the fastest train takes 18h 24m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Washington DC 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 Washington DC and Indianapolis. The earliest departure is at 10:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 10:51 AM which arrives into Indianapolis at 5:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform and take an average of 18h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Washington DC station and arriving at Indianapolis station via Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 26m.
Washington DC to Indianapolis train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Washington DC to Indianapolis train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Indianapolis station.
The distance between Washington DC and Indianapolis is 790.2 km. The road distance is 1,159 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $200–450 and the journey takes 18h 16m.
