The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$281
Average price
$539
Fastest journey
17 h 24 m
Average duration
20 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1029 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $539 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.
Of the 5 trains that leave New York, NY for South Bend, IN on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 1029 km distance in an average of 20 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 24 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 21 h 16 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.
49 Lake Shore Limited
95 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
119 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
2155 Acela+
40 Floridian
49 Lake Shore Limited
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
119 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian
2155 Acela+
40 Floridian
95 Northeast Regional · 40 FloridianNew York, NY - South Bend, INCompare Amtrak, Amtrak Acela


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 €78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, and a flight costs an average of €208.
Distance: 639 miles (1029 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€184 Average price | €113 Average price Cheapest | €284 Average price |
18h 9m Average total duration 17h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 11m Average total duration 19h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
New York, NY to South Bend, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to South Bend, IN trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:40 PM New York, NY | 17h24 | 1:04 PM South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to South Bend, IN
Trains from New York, NY to South Bend, IN run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€94) but you can travel from only $98 (€78) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 639 miles (1029 km) distance in 17h 24m.
Distance 639 miles (1029 km) |
Average train duration 17h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€94) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 24m |
First train 00:27 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to South Bend, IN trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New York, NY and South Bend, IN from $98 (€78). 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 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 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 New York, NY to South Bend, IN
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 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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