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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 | Gateway Station | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Gateway Station | South Bend | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to South Bend by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to South Bend start from $51. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to South Bend is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 296 miles (477 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to South Bend route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to South Bend at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to South Bend?
A bus trip from St. Louis to South Bend generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 St. Louis to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 St. Louis to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $48 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to South Bend?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
