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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Depew Station | South Bend Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Depew Station | South Bend Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Depew Station | South Bend Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to South Bend
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to South Bend by train
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 train ticket from Buffalo to South Bend?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to South Bend start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to South Bend?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to South Bend is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 395 miles (637 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to South Bend route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to South Bend?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to South Bend at 12:39am. And the latest train departs at 12:39am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to South Bend was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to South Bend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $68 to $1,246 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Buffalo, NY to South Bend?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Buffalo, NY and South Bend is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $106 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $72. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to South Bend, choose the train, as it will take you from Buffalo, NY to South Bend in about 8h 25m - that's the fastest way to get there!
