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

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Charleston start from R 1 820. The average price for this train route is around R 2 426. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from South Bend to Charleston 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 South Bend to Charleston 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 Charleston?

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

Train South Bend to Charleston from R 1 807 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from South Bend to Charleston on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:51	South Bend Station	1d	08:31	Charleston, WV	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:51	South Bend Station	1d	08:31	Charleston, WV	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:39 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 577, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 40mAverage duration

539 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 577 - R 1 973	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 820 - R 4 295	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5651 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 1 820

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Charleston, WV, US 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 South Bend to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Charleston start from R 1 820. The average price for this train route is around R 2 426. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Bend to Charleston?
The average train journey time from South Bend to Charleston 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 South Bend to Charleston 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 Charleston?
The earliest train from South Bend to Charleston departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 07:51.

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The cheapest trip from South Bend to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 130

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 Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 130 to R 7 468 for a train ticket from South Bend to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 130, which is on 2025-12-18.