How much is the train ticket from Charleston to South Bend?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to South Bend start from R 3 440. The average price for this train route is around R 3 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Charleston to South Bend is 1d , covering a distance of 543 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to South Bend route?

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

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

The earliest train from Charleston to South Bend departs at 20:29. And the latest train departs at 20:29.

Train Charleston to South Bend from R 3 234 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to South Bend on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d 3h	23:59	South Bend Station	Cheapest
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d	21:09	South Bend Station	Fastest
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d 3h	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to South Bend on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d 3h	23:59	South Bend Station	Cheapest
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d	21:09	South Bend Station	Fastest
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d	21:09	South Bend Station	No tags
Train	20:29	Charleston, WV	1d 3h	23:59	South Bend Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:43 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston 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 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 784, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

13h 10mAverage duration

539 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 784 - R 1 784	Average duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 440 - R 3 440	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 49kg 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 R 3 440

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US 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 Charleston to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to South Bend start from R 3 440. The average price for this train route is around R 3 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to South Bend?
The average train journey time from Charleston to South Bend is 1d , covering a distance of 543 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to South Bend route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to South Bend?
The earliest train from Charleston to South Bend departs at 20:29. And the latest train departs at 20:29.

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

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10/12

R 3 234

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12/12

R 4 082

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R 3 234

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to South Bend was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 234

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 234 to R 12 954 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 234, which is on 2025-12-14.