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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Brookline | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Brookline | South Bend | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to South Bend by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Boston to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to South Bend start at R 2 139. The average price for this route is around R 3 482. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Boston to South Bend?
The average bus journey time from Boston to South Bend is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1249 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Boston to South Bend route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to South Bend at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to South Bend?
A bus trip from Boston to South Bend produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Boston to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to South Bend was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 480To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to South Bend as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 480 to R 4 220 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 480, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to South Bend?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
