What is the travel distance from Rochester to South Bend?

Rochester and South Bend are 451 miles (727 km) apart.

Bus Rochester to South Bend from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rochester to South Bend on October 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:10am	Rochester	12h 35m	6:45pm	South Bend	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rochester to South Bend on October 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:10am	Rochester	12h 35m	6:45pm	South Bend	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rochester to South Bend on October 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:10am	Rochester	12h 35m	6:45pm	South Bend	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:44 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to South Bend.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $114	Average Duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$51 - $156	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Rochester to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 35mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rochester, NY, US to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$67

Average bus trip duration12h 35m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:10am

Distance452 miles (728 km)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,304 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/510,815 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

New York Trailways

4/54,401 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Rochester to South Bend Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Rochester, NY, US - South Bend

What is the travel distance from Rochester to South Bend?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/06

$63

10/07

$73

Today

$59

10/09

$95

10/10

$115

10/11

$97

10/12

$68

10/13

$69

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend was searched and found on Oct 8, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $115 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-10-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rochester and South Bend!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rochester to South Bend that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to South Bend?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 35m	Avg Price$67	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 35m	Avg Price$107	Daily Departures1

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