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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 3h and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Indianapolis. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 18h 16m.

How far is it from Washington to Indianapolis?

The distance between Washington and Indianapolis is 516 miles. The road distance is 563.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 13h 30m and costs $75 - $200.

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

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Indianapolis bus from?

Washington to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Indianapolis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Washington to Indianapolis is to fly which takes 3h and costs $130 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $200 and takes 13h 30m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 18h 16m.

Where does the Washington to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington to Indianapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Indianapolis is 564 miles. It takes approximately 9h 56m to drive from Washington to Indianapolis.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

There are 856+ hotels available in Indianapolis.

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

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

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Indianapolis (IND)DCA - IND
3h
$131–745
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal StationGreyhound US0430 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to IndianapolisFlixBus N2640
13h 30m
$80–199
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to IndianapolisCardinal
18h 16m
$140–330
Drive 560.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Indianapolis560.6 mi
9h 56m
$103–148
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshall
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Indianapolis (IND)BWI - IND
4h 24m
$134–987
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Indianapolis (IND)IAD - IND
4h 45m
$284–500

Washington to Indianapolis by bus

7Weekly Buses

13h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.1 mi
Duration: 3h

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

American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Indianapolis (IND) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Indianapolis via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 13h 30m.

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