How much does a cheap train ticket from South Bend to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from South Bend to Washington is US$190. The best way to find cheap train tickets from South Bend to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from South Bend to Washington?

A train trip between South Bend and Washington is around 22h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 841 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between South Bend and Washington?

The number of trains from South Bend to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from South Bend to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from South Bend to Washington?

When taking the train from South Bend to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train South Bend to Washington from US$70 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 30 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:59	South Bend Station	1d 3h	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	21:09	South Bend Station	16h 1m	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	23:59	South Bend Station	23h 17m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
	21:09	South Bend Station	22h 28m	19:37	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	23:59	South Bend Station	23h 17m	23:16	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:09	South Bend Station	16h 1m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:09	South Bend Station	16h 1m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
23:59	South Bend Station	1d	00:37	Union Station	No tags
23:59	South Bend Station	1d	00:37	Union Station	No tags
23:59	South Bend Station	1d	00:37	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from South Bend to Washington on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:59	South Bend Station	1d 3h	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	21:09	South Bend Station	16h 1m	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
	21:09	South Bend Station	16h 1m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	23:59	South Bend Station	23h 17m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	23:59	South Bend Station	23h 17m	23:16	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:35 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

21h 55mAverage duration

843 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$79 - US$191	Average duration21h 55m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$74 - US$563	Average duration22h 32m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Train South Bend to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$190

Average train trip duration22h 32m

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure21:09

Distance845 km

Latest train departure23:59

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 555 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5555 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 US$74

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

South Bend to Washington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip South Bend - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from South Bend to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from South Bend to Washington is US$190. The best way to find cheap train tickets from South Bend to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from South Bend to Washington?
A train trip between South Bend and Washington is around 22h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 841 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between South Bend and Washington?
The number of trains from South Bend to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from South Bend to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from South Bend to Washington?
When taking the train from South Bend to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/10

US$122

29/10

US$147

Today

US$178

31/10

US$122

01/11

US$104

02/11

US$138

03/11

No data

04/11

No data

The cheapest trip from South Bend to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$104

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$104 to US$1 161 for a train ticket from South Bend to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$104, which is on 2025-11-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between South Bend and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from South Bend to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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