The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milwaukee, WI for South Bend, IN on Sun, May 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
10:44 PM5h15Milwaukee, WI3:59 AMSouth Bend, IN$811One-way0 transfers
10:44 PM5h15Milwaukee, WI3:59 AMSouth Bend, IN$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $370.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $419 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN costing on average $74 (€60).
A bus is $349 (€283) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN costing on average $419 (€339).
Other travel options to South Bend, IN take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 41m.
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 55m by train vs 2h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $74 (€60) compared to roughly $59 (€48) 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.
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.
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN trains for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
338 Hiawatha Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 3:00 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 7h59 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
338 Hiawatha Service · 41 Floridian | 3:00 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 5h09 | 9:09 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
338 Hiawatha Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 3:10 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 7h49 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
338 Hiawatha Service · 41 Floridian | 3:10 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 4h59 | 9:09 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
1340 Borealis · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 5:49 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 5h10 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 5:49 PM Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee, WI | 5h10 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
1340 Borealis · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 6:00 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 4h59 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
1340 Borealis · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 6:00 PM Airport Amtrak Station, Milwaukee, WI | 4h59 | 11:59 PM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN
Trains from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:51, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 7:51 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee, WI and South Bend, IN from $54 (€44). 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 Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, 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 South Bend, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milwaukee, WI to South Bend, IN
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Aloft South Bend
- DoubleTree by Hilton South Bend
- Courtyard by Marriott South Bend Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and platforms for Amtrak and South Shore Line services.
- Bus: Transpo Route 4
- Taxi services available
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