How much is the train ticket from South Bend to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Boston start from R 1 346. The average price for this train route is around R 8 523. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from South Bend to Boston?

The average train journey time from South Bend to Boston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1252 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the South Bend to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from South Bend to Boston?

The earliest train from South Bend to Boston departs at 21:09. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train South Bend to Boston from R 1 730 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 1h	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 2h	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 1h	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Boston on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 33m	20:32	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	23:59	South Bend Station	20h 25m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	21:09	South Bend Station	1d	21:39	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:51 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 346, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1252 kmDistance

114kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 672 - R 10 145	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 346 - R 28 908	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 1 346

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Boston, MA, US by train

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 train ticket from South Bend to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to Boston start from R 1 346. The average price for this train route is around R 8 523. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from South Bend to Boston?
The average train journey time from South Bend to Boston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1252 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the South Bend to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from South Bend to Boston?
The earliest train from South Bend to Boston departs at 21:09. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 1 730

11/12

R 4 324

Today

R 2 145

13/12

R 2 145

14/12

R 2 145

15/12

R 2 145

16/12

R 2 750

17/12

R 2 750

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 730

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 730 to R 31 455 for a train ticket from South Bend to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 145, which is on 2025-12-13.