The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN
Cheapest price
$391
Average price
$391
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 24 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN will cost around $391 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $391.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN without transferring at least once.
67 Northeast Regional · 51 Cardinal
67 Northeast Regional · 51 Cardinal
67 Northeast Regional · 51 Cardinal
67 Northeast Regional · 51 CardinalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €88, and a train costs an average of €139.
Distance: 805 miles (1296 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€419 Average price | €188 Average price | €137 Average price Cheapest |
27h 45m Average total duration 27h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 54m Average total duration 22h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN
Trains from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $172 (€139) but you can travel from only $105 (€85) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 805 miles (1296 km) distance in 34h 24m.
Distance 805 miles (1296 km) |
Average train duration 27h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€139) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 34h 24m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 18:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Indianapolis, IN from $105 (€85). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Indianapolis, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Indianapolis, IN
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available a few blocks away from the station.
- Harry & Izzy's
- St. Elmo Steak House
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union-Stn
- Omni Severin Hotel
- The Westin Indianapolis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for Amtrak's Cardinal line
- Bus: IndyGo routes available nearby
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