Train from South Bend to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 9
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 11
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 12
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 13
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 14
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Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on September 15
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Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 6477 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 73
Amtrak South Bend Chicago recent customer reviews
Our trip was delayed, delayed, delayed so we made other arrangements to get to Chicago as we had an Amtrak to catch there to get to our destination MSP.
We did not use our July 22 tickets for 2 seniors. This was our FIRST experience!
1.0 out of 5 stars
Thomas H.
The train will not came i wait till 10:30 am nd i canceled my trip
1.0 out of 5 stars
Samardeep S.
I enjoyed the train, I did not enjoy how late it was.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from South Bend to Chicago by train
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 train ticket from South Bend to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Chicago start from PEN 73. The average price for this train route is around PEN 119. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Bend to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from South Bend to Chicago is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 71 miles (115 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the South Bend to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from South Bend to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from South Bend to Chicago at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 9:07am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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09/06
PEN 97
09/07
PEN 97
Today
PEN 97
09/09
PEN 135
09/10
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09/11
PEN 135
09/12
PEN 114
09/13
PEN 114
The cheapest trip from South Bend to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 6, 2026 with a price of PEN 97
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from South Bend to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 97 to PEN 2,029 for a train ticket from South Bend to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 114 which is on 2026-09-12.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 6, 2026 with a price of PEN 97
