Train from Indianapolis to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Boston on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Greyhound Amtrak Station
South Station (Train Terminal)Cheapest
AmtrakTrain
Greyhound Amtrak Station
Back Bay StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Greyhound Amtrak Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Greyhound Amtrak Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags
AmtrakTrain
Greyhound Amtrak Station
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 718, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
1297 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 718 - R 8 401Average duration1d 3h
32kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 181 - R 22 260Average duration1d 9h
117kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Boston, MA, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Boston start from R 2 181. The average price for this train route is around R 3 573. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Boston is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Indianapolis to Boston?

    The earliest train from Indianapolis to Boston departs at 00:15. And the latest train departs at 06:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 5 605
11/12
R 5 657
Today
R 16 331
13/12
R 4 070
14/12
R 5 950
15/12
R 2 656
16/12
No data
17/12
R 4 725
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 656

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 656 to R 21 970 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 656, which is on 2025-12-15.

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