How much does a train ticket cost from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 15h 58m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the South Bend to Indianapolis route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from South Bend to Indianapolis departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 09:07.

Train South Bend to Indianapolis from £49 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
09:07	South Bend Station	14h 42m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
09:07	South Bend Station	14h 42m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Indianapolis on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
07:51	South Bend Station	6h 59m	14:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
07:51	South Bend Station	15h 58m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
09:07	South Bend Station	14h 42m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:21 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£38 - £103	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£43 - £94	Average duration15h 58m	CO₂ emissions 19kg 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £43

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Indianapolis by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from South Bend to Indianapolis is 15h 58m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the South Bend to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from South Bend to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from South Bend to Indianapolis departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 09:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£46

10/12

£68

Today

£58

12/12

No data

13/12

£63

14/12

£61

15/12

£61

16/12

£53

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Indianapolis was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

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

You can expect to pay from £46 to £592 for a train ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £53, which is on 2025-12-16.