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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | South Bend Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | South Bend Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Bend Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Bend Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5768 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 £14
Amtrak South Bend Chicago recent customer reviews
The train will not came i wait till 10:30 am nd i canceled my trip
Samardeep S.
I enjoyed the train, I did not enjoy how late it was.
Taylor G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Chicago 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 South Bend to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Chicago start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Bend to Chicago?
The average train journey time from South Bend to Chicago is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the South Bend to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from South Bend to Chicago?
The earliest train from South Bend to Chicago departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 10:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to Chicago was searched and found on 16 Mar 2026 with a price of £27To 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 £27 to £225 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 £27, which is on 2026-03-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from South Bend to Chicago?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between South Bend and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from South Bend to Chicago in about 2h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!
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