Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | South Bend | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Brookline | South Bend | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to South Bend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to South Bend start from $133. The average price for this route is around $265. 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 Boston to South Bend?
The average bus travel time from Boston to South Bend is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1257 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Boston to South Bend route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to South Bend?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to South Bend at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to South Bend?
A bus trip from Boston to South Bend generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to South Bend?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to South Bend?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $218To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $218 to $346 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $245 which is on 2025-12-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to South Bend?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
