Bus from South Bend to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for South Bend to Chicago on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
South Bend
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
South Bend
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
South Bend
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
South Bend
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Tornado BusBus
South Bend, IN
Chicago, ILNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 54mAverage Duration
115 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$25 - $171Average Duration2h 15m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$26 - $72Average Duration1h 54m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from South Bend to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to Chicago start from $25. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from South Bend to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from South Bend to Chicago is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the South Bend to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from South Bend to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from South Bend to Chicago at 8:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to Chicago?

    A bus trip from South Bend to Chicago generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from South Bend to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from South Bend to Chicago?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from South Bend to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from South Bend to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-13
$36
12-14
$38
Today
$38
12-16
$34
12-17
$29
12-18
$29
12-19
$27
12-20
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from South Bend to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $163 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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