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Compare all timetables for the bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Indianapolis to Washington, DC from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$118
tomorrow
$104
Sunday
$104
Monday
$98
Tuesday
Wednesday
$102
Thursday
$104

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 40m 3:15 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $118
FlixBus 15h 30m 12:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 27h 35m 11:30 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 3:05 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $119
Greyhound US 17h 45m 9:10 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $119
Greyhound US 15h 10m 3:35 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $119
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      15h 10m
      0
      3:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $45
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 15h 35m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
FlixBus 27h 35m 11:30 PM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware 3:05 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $106
Greyhound US 29h 45m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $106
FlixBus 23h 40m 3:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 14h 25m 4:20 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      17h 45m
      0
      9:10 AM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      5:40 PM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $45
    • Waiting Time 3h 20m
    • Busbud
      5h 55m
      0
      9:00 PM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      2:55 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $35
    Travel time is 3h 20m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 25h 25m 12:15 AM Indianapolis Washington / Delaware 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $104
FlixBus 26h 25m 6:25 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
Greyhound US 15h 10m 3:35 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
Greyhound US 15h 35m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
FlixBus 23h 40m 3:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $105
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      15h 10m
      0
      3:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $43
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 40m 3:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
Greyhound US 17h 45m 9:10 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
Greyhound US 15h 10m 3:35 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
Greyhound US 15h 35m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
FlixBus 15h 30m 12:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      15h 10m
      0
      3:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $43
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 45m 9:10 AM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $102
FlixBus 27h 55m 6:25 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 10:20 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $102
Greyhound US 15h 10m 3:35 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $103
Greyhound US 15h 35m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $103
FlixBus 22h 0m 1:30 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $103
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      15h 10m
      0
      3:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $43
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 26h 25m 6:25 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
Greyhound US 15h 10m 3:35 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
Greyhound US 15h 35m 7:55 PM Indianapolis Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
FlixBus 23h 40m 3:15 AM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 2:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $105
FlixBus 14h 25m 4:20 PM Indianapolis Downtown Transit Center 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $105
  • Did you know that if you travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      15h 10m
      0
      3:35 PM
      Indianapolis
      Central Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $43
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $37
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC is $98 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Indianapolis and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Indianapolis and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Indianapolis to Washington, DC. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Indianapolis and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 33 buses from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Indianapolis and Washington, DC, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 16 times every day by bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, DC starting from $98!

Cheapest Bus $98
Fastest Bus 14h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 492.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Indianapolis for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$118
Saturday 12/06
$104
Sunday 12/07
$104
Monday 12/08
$101
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
$102
Thursday 12/11
$104
Friday 12/12
$108
Saturday 12/13
$124
Sunday 12/14
$113
Monday 12/15
$103
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$124
Friday 12/19
$128
Saturday 12/20
$144
Sunday 12/21
$155
Monday 12/22
$128
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$125
Thursday 12/25
$121
Friday 12/26
$144
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $98, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $108.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, with $98. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $98.

How to save money travelling from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Indianapolis to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

These are the most booked bus companies between Indianapolis to Washington, DC from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Indianapolis and Washington, DC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Indianapolis to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Indianapolis to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Indianapolis to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Indianapolis Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $98 and takes 17h 45m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Indianapolis to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $98 and $128. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Indianapolis to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Indianapolis to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Indianapolis to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 14h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $120. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Indianapolis starts at 12:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Indianapolis for Washington, DC starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Indianapolis Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Indianapolis and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Indianapolis to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Indianapolis Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Indianapolis Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Indianapolis to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Indianapolis to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Indianapolis and to Washington, DC

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Indianapolis and to Washington, DC. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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