Find coaches from Chicago to South Bend

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Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 6 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
South BendCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
South BendFastest
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
South BendNo tags
Conexiones
Chicago, IL
South Bend, INNo tags
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
South BendNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to South Bend

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$90Average duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$18 - US$51Average duration1h 29m
10kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train 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 US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 29mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26
Average bus trip duration2h 25m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure10:00
Distance71 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Chicago to South Bend Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to South Bend, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - South Bend

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and South Bend by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and South Bend by coach is approximately 74 miles (119 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to South Bend without a car?

    You can travel to South Bend from Chicago by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/10
US$21
02/10
US$21
Today
US$21
04/10
US$21
05/10
US$22
06/10
US$20
07/10
US$15
08/10
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to South Bend was searched and found on 7 Oct 2025 with a price of US$15

To 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 US$15 to US$85 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 US$15, which is on 2025-10-07.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to South Bend.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to South Bend, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to South Bend that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to South Bend while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to South Bend?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from South Bend to Chicago

You can also go to South Bend by train

Train from Chicago to South Bend

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