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

The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Washington start at R 1 297. The average price for this route is around R 1 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from South Bend to Washington is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 843 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the South Bend to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Washington at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.

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

A bus trip from South Bend to Washington produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus South Bend to Washington from R 1 145 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 7 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	21h 55m	06:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	21h 55m	06:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 9 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	21h 55m	06:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 10 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	21h 55m	06:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 11 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 12 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	14h 55m	11:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:40	South Bend	17h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:50	South Bend	21h 55m	06:45	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 297, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

17h 20mAverage duration

843 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 297 - R 3 345	Average duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 463 - R 9 239	Average duration16h 1m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87521 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 297

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Washington, DC, US 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 South Bend to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Washington start at R 1 297. The average price for this route is around R 1 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from South Bend to Washington?
The average bus journey time from South Bend to Washington is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 843 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Washington at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Washington?
A bus trip from South Bend to Washington produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/02

R 1 427

05/02

R 1 692

Today

R 1 427

07/02

R 1 377

08/02

R 1 410

09/02

R 1 294

10/02

R 1 211

11/02

R 1 261

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 211

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 211 to R 2 040 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 211, which is on 2026-02-10.