Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Pontiac, IL | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pontiac, IL | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pontiac, IL | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pontiac, IL | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pontiac, IL | South Bend Station | No tags |
Get from Pontiac to South Bend
The journey takes about 8 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5756 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £27
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pontiac, IL to South Bend by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Pontiac to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from Pontiac to South Bend start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £29. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pontiac to South Bend?
The average train journey time from Pontiac to South Bend is 8h 31m, covering a distance of 134 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pontiac to South Bend route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pontiac to South Bend?
The earliest train from Pontiac to South Bend departs at 11:38. And the latest train departs at 17:59.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pontiac, IL to South Bend was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pontiac, IL to South Bend as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £284 for a train ticket from Pontiac, IL to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2026-02-10.
