Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charlotte to Indianapolis on 29 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	23h 44m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	23h 44m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	23h 44m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	23h 44m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	23h 44m	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 131,266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 10mAverage duration

689 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceARS 131,266 - ARS 519,696	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceARS 242,620 - ARS 448,055	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,471 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6471 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 242,620

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Indianapolis by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Indianapolis start from ARS 242,620. The average price for this train route is around ARS 350,160. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Indianapolis is 1d , covering a distance of 689 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Indianapolis departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 05:31.