What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Washington?

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Washington is to bus which costs $75 - $170 and takes 13h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Washington?

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Washington is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $140 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Washington?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Washington station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Washington Union Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Washington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 18h 29m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Washington?

The distance between Indianapolis and Washington is 517 miles. The road distance is 564.3 miles.

How do I travel from Indianapolis to Washington without a car?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Washington without a car is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Indianapolis to Washington?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Indianapolis to Washington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Washington bus from?

Indianapolis to Washington bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Washington train from?

Indianapolis to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Washington?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Washington is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $140 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 13h 5m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 18h 29m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Washington bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Washington bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Washington train arrive?

Indianapolis to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Washington is 564 miles. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Indianapolis to Washington.

How do I get a train ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

Book your Indianapolis to Washington bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Washington?

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Indianapolis to Washington - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to Washington by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or train

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Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)IND - DCA
3h 27m
$142–852
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Pittsburgh Intermodal StationFlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Washington Union StationGreyhound US0164 / ...
13h 5m
$78–161
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Washington Union StationCardinal
18h 29m
$140–330
Drive 561 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Washington561 mi
9h 55m
$103–148
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)IND - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
4h 21m
$284–500
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)IND - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington Union Station
4h 17m
$134–994

Indianapolis to Washington by bus

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Distance: 514 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Washington Union Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 13h 5m.

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