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Trip Overview

The train between Washington and Indianapolis takes 18h 16m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Washington 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.

18h 16m
Duration
718 mi
Distance
$470
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Washington to Indianapolis train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Washington and Indianapolis. The service departs Washington at 11:39 AM in the morning, which arrives into Indianapolis at 05:55:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to Indianapolis? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 718.1 mi
  • Duration: 18h 16m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $390–650 and the journey takes 18h 16m.

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