- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
€150
Average price
€151
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
19 h 20 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1029 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from South Bend, IN to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Bend, IN to New York, NY will cost around €151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €150.
Of the 6 buses that leave South Bend, IN for New York, NY on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 1029 km distance in an average of 19 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 23 h 5 m 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.
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FlixBusBuses from South Bend, IN to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 19h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €82 but you can travel from only €68 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 639 miles (1029 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 639 miles (1029 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €82 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €98 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €86 |
The table below shows live departures for South Bend, IN to New York, NY buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 20h05 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 23h05 | 8:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 24h35 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 1 transfer | |
· · | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 19h55 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 19h05 | 4:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
· + FlixBus | 8:55 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 19h20 | 4:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus | 3:15 PM South Bend, South Street Station | 15h15 | 6:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Bend, IN to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most South Bend, IN to New York, NY buses use the South Bend, South Street Station to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 28 Allen St.. Use this guide to compare South Bend, IN and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
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