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How to get fromWashington University in St. Louis to Indianapolisby bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington University in St. Louis to Indianapolis by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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  1. Bus (Greyhound)

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    1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0421
    5h 44m
    $38–72

  2. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Lincoln Service / ...
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain train Cardinal
    12h 8m
    $148–322

  3. Drive 248.5 mi

    1. Drive from Washington University in St. Louis to Indianapoliscar car 248.5 mi
    4h 11m
    $46–66

  4. Fly

    1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Indianapolis (IND)plane plane STL - IND
    6h 3m
    $104–654

Washington University in St. Louis to Indianapolis by foot, train, and bus (Greyhound)

Calendar42Weekly Services
Duration5h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket$38Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 249.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Washington University in St. Louis, MO, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Washington University in St. Louis to Indianapolis via SKINKER station, CIVIC CENTER station, St. Louis, and Chicago Union Station in around 12h 8m.

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