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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | Cherry Hill Mall | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | South Bend | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Bend | Schuylkill & Walnut | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Get from South Bend to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 23 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, 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 South Bend to Philadelphia, PA 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Philadelphia start from $96. The average price for this route is around $147. 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 South Bend to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from South Bend to Philadelphia is 23h 20m, covering a distance of 590 miles (951 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Philadelphia at 8:50am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from South Bend to Philadelphia generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $96To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $96 to $174 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2026-01-06.
