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Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Mishawaka, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 39m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN
Trains from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Mishawaka, IN from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mishawaka, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Mishawaka, IN
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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