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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN without transferring at least once.
9:30 AM11h05St. Louis, MO8:35 PMSouth Bend, IN$791One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM11h05St. Louis, MO8:35 PMSouth Bend, IN$791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $381 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN costing on average $139 (€114).
A bus is $304 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN costing on average $381 (€312).
Other travel options to South Bend, IN take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 40m.
Bus takes on average 18h 7m.
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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.
St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM St. Louis, MO | 11h05 | 8:35 PM South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN
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Buses from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 17h 35m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 35m |
First bus 7:50 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: FlixBus from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, INYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN with FlixBus for as low as $53 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from St. Louis, MO to South Bend, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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