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Bus Philadelphia to South Bend: Trip Overview

Bus Philadelphia to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94
Average bus trip duration23h 50m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure3:15 AM
Distance592 miles (954 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 PM

Philadelphia to South Bend Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:15AM - 11:30PM
Minimum Price$122
Average Ticket Price$94
Minimum Trip Duration19h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration23h50m
Distance592 miles (954 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Philadelphia - South Bend

You can take a bus or a train to go from Philadelphia to South Bend. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Philadelphia to South Bend takes around 23h 50m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 19h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 miles (953 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Philadelphia and South Bend is 591 miles (953 km).

You can choose from 7 travel times and travel with FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Philadelphia to South Bend may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Philadelphia to South Bend as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 3:15 AM and 11:30 PM.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. $87 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to South Bend from Philadelphia.

You can expect to pay around $94 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $87 and $135, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Philadelphia to South Bend. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to South Bend that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time23h 50mAvg Price$94Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time19h 44mAvg Price$243Daily Departures7

The best way to travel between Philadelphia and South Bend is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $94 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $87. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to South Bend, choose the bus, as it will take you from Philadelphia to South Bend in about 19h 44m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Philadelphia by bus?

Bus from South Bend to Philadelphia

You can also go to South Bend by train

Train from Philadelphia to South Bend

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