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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | South Bend Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | South Bend Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | South Bend Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 872, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 703
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Champaign to South Bend by train
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 train ticket from Champaign to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to South Bend start from R 703. The average price for this train route is around R 1 003. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to South Bend?
The average train journey time from Champaign to South Bend is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 240 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Champaign to South Bend route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Champaign to South Bend?
The earliest train from Champaign to South Bend departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 10:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to South Bend was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 773To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to South Bend as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 773 to R 6 147 for a train ticket from Champaign to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 853, which is on 2026-02-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Champaign to South Bend?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Champaign and South Bend is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 003 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 703. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to South Bend, choose the train, as it will take you from Champaign to South Bend in about 4h 48m – that's the fastest way to get there!
