Trains tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis

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Fri25 Apr
from US$94
Sat26 Apr
from US$39
Sun27 Apr
from US$107
Mon28 Apr
from US$107
Tue29 Apr
from US$82
Wed30 Apr
from US$75
Thu1 May
from US$46
Fri2 May

Next departures to Indianapolis

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Indianapolis
    Destination location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train Chicago to Indianapolis: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$76
Average train trip duration7h 55m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:50
Distance165 miles
Latest train departure17:55

Chicago to Indianapolis Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Indianapolis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to Indianapolis is US$76. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Chicago to Indianapolis?

    A train trip between Chicago and Indianapolis is around 7h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Chicago and Indianapolis?

    The number of trains from Chicago to Indianapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Indianapolis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/04
US$78
22/04
US$57
Today
US$87
24/04
US$68
25/04
US$94
26/04
US$39
27/04
US$107
28/04
US$107
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Indianapolis was searched and found on 26 Apr 2025 with a price of US$39

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

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$238 for a train ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-04-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Chicago and Indianapolis is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Indianapolis.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Indianapolis you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Indianapolis, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to Indianapolis and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Will you be returning to Chicago by train?

Train from Indianapolis to Chicago

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