Train from Portland, OR to Indianapolis: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Indianapolis on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Greyhound Amtrak StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:41 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 19hAverage Duration
1878 milesDistance
76kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$155 - $840Average Duration2d 19h
76kg CO₂e
Average Price$385 - $2,325Average Duration3d 6h
275kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Indianapolis by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Portland to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Indianapolis start from $385. The average price for this train route is around $2,054. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Portland to Indianapolis?

    The average train ride duration from Portland to Indianapolis is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 1877 miles (3028 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Portland to Indianapolis route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Portland to Indianapolis?

    The earliest train departs from Portland to Indianapolis at 2:22pm. And the latest train departs at 2:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/23
$343
12/24
No data
Today
$343
12/26
$2,165
12/27
No data
12/28
$288
12/29
$492
12/30
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $288

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

You can expect to pay from $288 to $2,405 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $288 which is on 2025-12-28.

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