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How to get fromCharleston to Indianapolisby train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Charleston to Indianapolis by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Charleston Station to Indianapolistrain train Cardinal
    8h 46m
    $100–220
  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Columbusbus bus Greyhound US0140
    2. Take the bus from Columbus to Indianapolis Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0421
    8h 50m
    $45–110
  3. Drive 301.5 mi

    1. Drive from Charleston to Indianapoliscar car 301.5 mi
    5h 22m
    $55–80
  4. Fly

    1. Fly from Yeager Airport (CRW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane plane CRW - IND
    5h 19m
    $135–717

Charleston to Indianapolis by train (Amtrak)

Calendar3Weekly Trains
Duration8h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket$100Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Charleston, WV, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charleston Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $100–220 and the journey takes 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charleston Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station via Columbus in around 8h 50m.

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