What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo station to Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Elkhart Transit Center and South Street Station - South Bend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

The distance between Waterloo and Indianapolis is 217 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo to Indianapolis without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 54m and costs $55 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Indianapolis bus from?

Waterloo to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Waterloo Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Indianapolis train from?

Waterloo to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Waterloo Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Indianapolis is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs $110 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Waterloo to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Waterloo to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Elkhart Amtrak Station.

Where does the Waterloo to Indianapolis train arrive?

Waterloo to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Indianapolis is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Waterloo to Indianapolis.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo to Indianapolis?

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Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

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Waterloo to Indianapolis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Waterloo Amtrak Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Indianapolis Union Stationbus South Bend
6h 54m
$59–97
Drive 146 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo to Indianapoliscar 146 mi
2h 33m
$27–39
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Waterloo Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
9h 15m
$110–232
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Amtrak Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Indianapolis Union Stationbus South Bend
6h 54m
$61–89

Waterloo to Indianapolis by train (Amtrak)

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9h 15mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Waterloo, DeKalb County, IN, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Waterloo Amtrak Station to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Amtrak Station to Indianapolis Union Station via Elkhart Amtrak Station, Elkhart Transit Center, and South Street Station - South Bend in around 6h 54m.

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