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

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Cincinnati start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 1 847. 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 Cincinnati?

The average train journey time from South Bend to Cincinnati is 19h 36m, covering a distance of 322 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the South Bend to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?

The earliest train from South Bend to Cincinnati departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 09:07.

Train South Bend to Cincinnati from R 1 384 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from South Bend to Cincinnati on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:51	South Bend Station	19h 36m	03:27	Union Terminal	Cheapest
Train	09:07	South Bend Station	18h 20m	03:27	Union Terminal	Fastest
Train	07:51	South Bend Station	19h 36m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags
Train	09:07	South Bend Station	18h 20m	03:27	Union Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:31 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 963, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 25mAverage duration

321 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 963 - R 3 583	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 579 - R 3 154	Average duration19h 36m	CO₂ emissions 29kg 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 1 579

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Cincinnati start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 1 847. 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 Cincinnati?
The average train journey time from South Bend to Cincinnati is 19h 36m, covering a distance of 322 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the South Bend to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
The earliest train from South Bend to Cincinnati departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 09:07.

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

R 1 505

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Today

R 1 384

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R 2 214

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The cheapest trip from South Bend to Cincinnati was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 384

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 Cincinnati as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 384 to R 10 135 for a train ticket from South Bend to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 214, which is on 2025-12-13.