The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
14 h 55 m
Average duration
20 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1029 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to South Bend, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to South Bend, IN will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 5 buses that leave New York, NY for South Bend, IN on Sun, Jun 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 1029 km distance in an average of 20 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 23 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:45 PM23h00New York, NY10:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1571One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM21h45New York, NY12:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1621One-way0 transfers
1:30 AM14h55New York, NY4:25 PMSouth Bend, IN$1741One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM22h15New York, NY1:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1741One-way0 transfers
3:50 AM19h55New York, NY11:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$2271One-way0 transfers
1:30 AM14h55New York, NY4:25 PMSouth Bend, IN$1741One-way0 transfers
3:50 AM19h55New York, NY11:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$2271One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM21h45New York, NY12:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1621One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM22h15New York, NY1:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1741One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM23h00New York, NY10:45 PMSouth Bend, IN$1571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to South Bend, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $93, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 639 miles (1029 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price | $367 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 11m Average total duration 19h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 4m Average total duration 17h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to South Bend, IN:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to South Bend, IN costing on average $190 (€155).
A bus is $213 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to South Bend, IN costing on average $367 (€299).
Other travel options to South Bend, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 34m.
Bus takes on average 19h 41m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
New York, NY to South Bend, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $174 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $296 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Live departures
New York, NY to South Bend, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to South Bend, IN buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 PM New York, NY | 32h15 | 10:45 PM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM New York, NY | 32h15 | 11:45 PM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM New York, NY | 23h00 | 10:45 PM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM New York, NY | 14h55 | 4:25 PM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Buses from New York, NY to South Bend, IN run on average 14 times per day, taking around 19h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 639 miles (1029 km) distance in 14h 55m.
Distance 639 miles (1029 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 14h 55m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from New York, NY to South Bend, INYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to South Bend, IN with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $93 (€76). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to South Bend, IN by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Bend, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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