How much is the train ticket from South Bend to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to St. Louis start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from South Bend to St. Louis is 15h 32m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the South Bend to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from South Bend to St. Louis?

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

Train South Bend to St. Louis from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for South Bend to St. Louis on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:51am	South Bend Station	17h 18m	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:51am	South Bend Station	15h 32m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:51am	South Bend Station	12h 16m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	16h 2m	12:09am	Gateway Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 30mAverage Duration

296 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $123	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $748	Average Duration15h 32m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,609 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5609 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 $46

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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to St. Louis start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from South Bend to St. Louis is 15h 32m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the South Bend to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from South Bend to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from South Bend to St. Louis 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

11/25

$134

11/26

$141

Today

$80

11/28

$86

11/29

No data

11/30

$123

12/01

$128

12/02

$57

The cheapest trip from South Bend to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $57

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 St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $57 to $721 for a train ticket from South Bend to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-02.