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

The average train ticket price from Washington to South Bend is $197. The best way to find train tickets from Washington to South Bend 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 Washington to South Bend?

A train trip between Washington and South Bend is around 21h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 15h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 522 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Washington to South Bend can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to South Bend by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to South Bend?

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

Train Washington to South Bend from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:15am	Union Station	22h 49m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:15am	Union Station	22h 49m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:15am	Union Station	22h 49m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	15h 54m	7:51am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags
10:32am	Union Station	22h 32m	9:04am	South Bend Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:14 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to South Bend.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$63 - $195	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$89 - $569	Average Duration21h 39m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average Duration

$63Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$197

Average train trip duration21h 39m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure10:09am

Distance524 miles (845 km)

Latest train departure3:57pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,500 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5500 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 $89

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Washington to South Bend Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/01

$147

10/02

$147

Today

$179

10/04

$104

10/05

No data

10/06

$122

10/07

$104

10/08

$122

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to South Bend was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of $104

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to South Bend, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $104 to $2,218 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-10-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to South Bend is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to South Bend, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to South Bend.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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 traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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