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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | South Bend | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | South Bend | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | South Bend | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago, IL | South Bend, IN | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to South Bend by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to South Bend start from MX$303. The average price for this route is around MX$456. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to South Bend is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 73 miles (117 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to South Bend at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to South Bend?
A bus trip from Chicago to South Bend generates an estimated 2.91725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5809 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to South Bend was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of MX$258To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$258 to MX$1,689 for a bus ticket from Chicago to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$258 which is on 2026-06-02.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to South Bend?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
