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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Chicago to South Bend: Trip Overview
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Based on 5561 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 $18
Amtrak Chicago South Bend recent customer reviews
Not in time, delayed twice till almost 11pm, in the midnight made the trip more difficult
Yushen X.
Chicago to South Bend Train
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The cheapest trip from Chicago to South Bend was searched and found on Oct 30, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $255 for a train ticket from Chicago to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-04.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to South Bend is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to South Bend you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and South Bend compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to South Bend while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to South Bend?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and South Bend is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $21 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to South Bend, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to South Bend in about 1h 29m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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