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How to get to Indianapolis by train
| Routes | 125 |
| Trips per day | 215 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Indianapolis
Indianapolis, or often referred to as just Indy, is the capital and largest city in the state of Indiana. While the city attracts thousands of visitors from the area every month, it is during Memorial Day weekend that Indianapolis becomes the place to be for over 300,000 race car fans from all over the globe. The reason for that is the Indianapolis 500, an annual automobile race and the world’s largest single day sporting event, taking place at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
If you’re not in Indianapolis for Memorial Day weekend, you can learn about the race and see a rare collection of 500 Indy race vehicles and memorabilia at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. And while you’re on a history streak, stop by at one of the many war memorials found throughout the city, like the Soldiers and Sailors monument, the World War II memorial, and the Indiana War Memorial where you must check out the Shrine Room for a stunning one-of-a-kind experience.
Over the past few years, Indianapolis has also been cultivating a vibrant restaurant scene, offering classic American dishes made with ingredients from local farmers, and a growing selection of international cuisine. If you’re a beer fan, you will be happy to know that Indianapolis has some of the highest quality breweries in the U.S.
Located in the heart of America’s Midwest, Indianapolis offers easy connections by bus and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.
Station Information
Indianapolis Union Station
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Link to image attributionUnion Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and bus station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and bus carriers including Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Miller Transportation, and Burlington Trailways. The modern station is located directly south of the historic 1888 Union Station, which now houses a hotel, several restaurants, and a wedding venue. Union Station is in the Wholesale District of downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance to eateries and hotels. There is even an underground, climate-controlled walkway from the station to the nearby Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts.
Popular train stations in Indianapolis:
350 S Illinois St
What train companies travel to Indianapolis, Indiana?
Located in Indiana, Indianapolis is accessible by train from 125 other cities. You can choose from 215 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Indianapolis on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Indianapolis are also available..
Train companies serving Indianapolis
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 296 | 1d 1h 21m | €151.76 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 23 | 11h 59m | €89.17 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café.
Which train carrier has the best service to Indianapolis?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Indianapolis by train with Amtrak Cardinal giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Cardinal had the most comfortable train service to Indianapolis taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Cardinal offers. They rate Amtrak Cardinal a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Indianapolis punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Cardinal has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Indianapolis, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Indianapolis is 350 S Illinois St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Indianapolis.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 2d 12h 49m | €274.95 |
| St Louis | 11h 3m | €82.57 |
| Emeryville | 2d 12h 54m | €268.30 |
| Fullerton | 2d 1h 41m | €216.77 |
| Springfield | 8h 59m | €93.27 |
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