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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gateway Station | South Bend Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | South Bend Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | South Bend Station | No tags |
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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.
Train Companies
Based on 5618 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to South Bend by train
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 train ticket from St. Louis to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to South Bend start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to South Bend?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to South Bend is 11h 59m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to South Bend route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to South Bend?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to South Bend at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $722 for a train 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 $116 which is on 2025-12-05.
