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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | South Bend | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Union Station | South Bend | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to South Bend start from $108. The average price for this route is around $160. 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 Washington to South Bend?
The average bus travel time from Washington to South Bend is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 843 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to South Bend route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to South Bend at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to South Bend?
A bus trip from Washington to South Bend generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to South Bend?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $131To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to South Bend, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to South Bend?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
