How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to South Bend?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to South Bend start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to South Bend?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to South Bend is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 115 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to South Bend route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Tornado Bus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to South Bend?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to South Bend at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to South Bend?

A bus trip from Chicago to South Bend produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to South Bend?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to South Bend?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to South Bend?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to South Bend from R 232 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to South Bend on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1h 30m	20:30	South Bend	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2h 25m	20:30	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:25	Chicago, IL	2h 1m	14:26	South Bend, IN	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to South Bend

We recommend taking the train

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 R 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 29mAverage duration

115 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 296 - R 2 082	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 310 - R 876	Average duration1h 29m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tornado Bus

3/5159 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87433 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 296

Greyhound Chicago South Bend recent customer reviews

On time, very few stops, reasonable rates.

Brad E.

10 August 2023

Coach was not clean

Michelle B.

16 October 2017

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to South Bend by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to South Bend start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to South Bend?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to South Bend is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 115 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to South Bend at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to South Bend?
A bus trip from Chicago to South Bend produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 516

14/12

R 602

Today

R 551

16/12

R 473

17/12

R 430

18/12

R 413

19/12

R 379

20/12

R 370

The cheapest trip from Chicago to South Bend was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 370

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 R 370 to R 1 978 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 R 370, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.