How can I travel from Jacksonville to South Bend without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to South Bend from Jacksonville by bus?

Traveling from Jacksonville to South Bend takes around 1d 5h on average, but you can get there in as little as 1d 5h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 824 miles (1330 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Jacksonville to South Bend?

Jacksonville and South Bend are 824 miles (1330 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to go from Jacksonville to South Bend?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $161.

How much are the bus tickets from Jacksonville to South Bend?

The bus ticket costs $173 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $161 and $210, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is there an overnight bus from Jacksonville to South Bend?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Jacksonville to South Bend. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Jacksonville (FL) to South Bend Bus Tickets

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from $181

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Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 30 at 9:25pm
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 1 at 2:25am
Destination city: South Bend
Destination location: South Bend
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 5h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to South Bend.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$161 - $210	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$240 - $525	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 120kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Jacksonville to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

$161Cheapest ticket

33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jacksonville to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$173

Average bus trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure8:05am

Distance823 miles (1326 km)

Latest bus departure9:25pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,999 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/58,751 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Jacksonville to South Bend.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Jacksonville to South Bend, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Jacksonville to South Bend will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Jacksonville to South Bend while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Jacksonville to South Bend?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$173	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 14h	Avg Price$342	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Jacksonville by bus?

Bus from Jacksonville to South Bend

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Train from Jacksonville to South Bend

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