The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
17 h 24 m
Average duration
17 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1032 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
Of the 2 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for South Bend Station, South Bend, IN on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 1032 km distance in an average of 17 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 24 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 17 h 24 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.
8:40 PM17h24Penn Station, New York, NY2:04 PMSouth Bend Station, South Bend, IN$1331One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM17h24Penn Station, New York, NY1:04 PMSouth Bend Station, South Bend, IN$1701One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM17h24Penn Station, New York, NY2:04 PMSouth Bend Station, South Bend, IN$1331One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM17h24Penn Station, New York, NY1:04 PMSouth Bend Station, South Bend, IN$1701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, 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 8h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $448.
Distance: 641 miles (1032 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest | $531 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 57m Average total duration 17h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration Fastest 8h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN costing on average $204 (€165).
A bus is $396 (€319) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN costing on average $531 (€429).
Other travel options to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 30m.
Train takes on average 17h 27m.
Tickets start at around $204 (€165) compared to roughly $175 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.16 (€-23.55). The journey takes 17h 27m versus 10h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
40 Floridian+ 2205 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 22h51 | 7:51 AM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian | 10:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 20h59 | 7:51 AM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 11:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 20h46 | 7:51 AM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian+ 2271 NextGen Acela | 11:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 20h31 | 7:51 AM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 17h24 | 9:04 AM South Bend Station, South Bend, IN | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN
Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) but you can travel from only $78 (€63) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:52, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 641 miles (1032 km) distance in 17h 24m.
Distance 641 miles (1032 km) |
Average train duration 17h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 24m |
First train 2:52 PM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Penn Station, New York, NY and South Bend Station, South Bend, IN from $78 (€63). 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, South Bend, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, 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 Station, South Bend, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penn Station, New York, NY to South Bend Station, 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

