How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to South Bend?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to South Bend start at $72. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from St. Louis to South Bend?

The average train trip from St. Louis to South Bend takes 11h 59m and covers 476 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to South Bend route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to South Bend?

The earliest train from St. Louis to South Bend departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train St. Louis to South Bend from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to South Bend on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to South Bend on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to South Bend on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to South Bend on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to South Bend on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	8h 4m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 59m	9:09pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 49m	11:59pm	South Bend Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:05 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10hAverage Duration

477 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $261	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $1,058	Average Duration11h 59m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to South Bend by train

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 train ticket from St. Louis to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to South Bend start at $72. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to South Bend?
The average train trip from St. Louis to South Bend takes 11h 59m and covers 476 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to South Bend route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to South Bend?
The earliest train from St. Louis to South Bend departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

No data

12-10

$133

Today

$152

12-12

No data

12-13

$133

12-14

$139

12-15

$122

12-16

$104

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $104

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

You can expect to pay from $104 to $1,150 for a train ticket from St. Louis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-16.