Bus Tickets from Effingham, IL to South Bend, IN

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Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to South Bend

Bus
Average PriceUS$100 - US$179Average Duration5h 56m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$73 - US$95Average Duration13h 50m
31kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Effingham to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 5 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
5h 56mAverage Duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Effingham to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$100
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 56m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance339 km
Latest bus departure1:40pm

Effingham to South Bend Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Effingham to South Bend. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to South Bend from Effingham, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Effingham - South Bend

  1. How long is the bus trip from Effingham to South Bend?

    The bus ride from Effingham to South Bend takes 5h 56m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to South Bend in 5h 56m

  2. How far is Effingham from South Bend?

    The distance covered from Effingham to South Bend is 349 km (217 miles).

  3. How much does it cost to take the bus from Effingham to South Bend?

    The bus fare from Effingham to South Bend is approximately US$100.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Effingham to South Bend was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$150

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Effingham to South Bend, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$150 to US$150 for a bus ticket from Effingham to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$150 which is on 2025-05-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Effingham and South Bend!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Effingham to South Bend, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Effingham to South Bend.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Effingham to South Bend.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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