Train from Philadelphia, PA to South Bend: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to South Bend on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
South Bend StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
South Bend StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
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30th Street Station
South Bend StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
South Bend StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
30th Street Station
South Bend StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to South Bend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just £86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
22hAverage duration
592 milesDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£86 - £358Average duration22h
24kg CO₂e
Average price£107 - £726Average duration19h 39m
87kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to South Bend by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to South Bend?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to South Bend start from £107. The average price for this train route is around £200. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to South Bend?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to South Bend is 19h 39m, covering a distance of 592 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to South Bend route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to South Bend departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 13:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/12
£159
12/12
£197
Today
£138
14/12
£171
15/12
£126
16/12
£138
17/12
£132
18/12
£147
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to South Bend was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £126

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

You can expect to pay from £126 to £1,626 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £126, which is on 2025-12-15.

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