Bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Washington on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Union StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 1:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 18 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 578, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
18h 29mAverage duration
793 kmDistance
72kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 575 - R 6 026Average duration20h 25m
20kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 578 - R 10 718Average duration18h 29m
72kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Washington start at R 1 575. The average price for this route is around R 2 492. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Washington is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 804 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Washington at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Washington?

    A bus trip from Indianapolis to Washington produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Washington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Washington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
13/12
R 2 126
14/12
R 2 126
Today
R 2 247
16/12
R 2 143
17/12
R 2 091
18/12
R 2 316
19/12
R 2 351
20/12
R 2 472
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 091

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 091 to R 16 281 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 091, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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