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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | South Bend | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | South Bend | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Minneapolis Bus Station | South Bend | No tags |
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Get from Minneapolis to South Bend
The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis to South Bend by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to South Bend start from $74. The average price for this route is around $189. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Minneapolis to South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to South Bend is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 418 miles (674 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to South Bend at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to South Bend?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to South Bend generates an estimated 16.84415 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to South Bend was searched and found on Sep 12, 2026 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Minneapolis to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $137 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2026-09-12.
