How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start from $101. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 21h 40m, covering a distance of 581 miles (937 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Indianapolis route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 8:15am.

Train Philadelphia to Indianapolis from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Indianapolis on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:15am	30th Street Station	21h 40m	5:55am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:45 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

21h 55mAverage Duration

583 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$77 - $372	Average Duration21h 55m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$101 - $257	Average Duration21h 40m	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $101

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Indianapolis start from $101. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is 21h 40m, covering a distance of 581 miles (937 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Indianapolis at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 8:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/03

$96

04/04

No data

Today

$1,106

04/06

No data

04/07

No data

04/08

$204

04/09

No data

04/10

$143

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $1,106 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2026-04-10.