How much is the bus ticket from Washington to South Bend?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to South Bend start from $76. The average price for this route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to South Bend?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to South Bend is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to South Bend route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to South Bend?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to South Bend at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to South Bend?

A bus trip from Washington to South Bend generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington to South Bend?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to South Bend?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to South Bend?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to South Bend?

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

Bus Washington to South Bend from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to South Bend on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	1d 13h	10:25pm	South Bend	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:45am	Dupont Circle	1d 7h	6:45pm	South Bend	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 3h	10:25pm	South Bend	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 3h	10:25pm	South Bend	No tags
	Bus	11:55pm	Union Station	18h 50m	6:45pm	South Bend	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

23h 45mAverage Duration

523 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $188	Average Duration23h 45m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$128 - $322	Average Duration21h 39m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,657 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,653 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to South Bend by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to South Bend start from $76. The average price for this route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to South Bend?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to South Bend is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to South Bend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to South Bend at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to South Bend?
A bus trip from Washington to South Bend generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington to South Bend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to South Bend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to South Bend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Best price found

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12/18

$92

Today

$112

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12/22

$78

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $705 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-22.

Usually Amtrak 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.