How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis start at R 1 584. The average price for this route is around R 2 526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 804 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Indianapolis at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Washington to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Indianapolis from R 1 469 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	19h 45m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 15m	13:15	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Indianapolis on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 30m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	13h 40m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55	Union Station	17h 5m	04:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	21h 10m	18:40	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	16h 10m	09:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 18 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 578, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

18h 16mAverage duration

793 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 584 - R 7 184	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 578 - R 4 010	Average duration18h 16m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Indianapolis?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 618 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Indianapolis start at R 1 584. The average price for this route is around R 2 526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Indianapolis is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 804 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Indianapolis at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from Washington to Indianapolis produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Indianapolis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Indianapolis?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

No data

14/12

R 2 143

Today

R 2 575

16/12

R 2 143

17/12

R 2 005

18/12

R 2 169

19/12

R 2 696

20/12

R 2 515

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 005

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 005 to R 3 612 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 005, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Greyhound 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.