How much is the train ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from $57. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from South Bend to Indianapolis is 15h 58m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the South Bend to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

The earliest train departs from South Bend to Indianapolis at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 9:07am.

Train South Bend to Indianapolis from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for South Bend to Indianapolis on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	14h 42m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Indianapolis on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Indianapolis on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	14h 42m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Indianapolis on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to Indianapolis on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
7:51am	South Bend Station	6h 59m	2:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 58m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
9:07am	South Bend Station	14h 42m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:21 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $135	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $123	Average Duration15h 58m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $57

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from South Bend to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Indianapolis start from $57. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from South Bend to Indianapolis is 15h 58m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the South Bend to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from South Bend to Indianapolis 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.

Best price found

12/09

$60

12/10

$88

Today

$75

12/12

No data

12/13

$82

12/14

$79

12/15

$79

12/16

$69

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $60

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 Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $60 to $773 for a train ticket from South Bend to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-16.