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Trip Overview

The train between Effingham and South Bend takes 11h. There is at least one train per day from Effingham to South Bend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h
Duration
283 mi
Distance
$184
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Effingham to South Bend train times

Trains run once daily between Effingham and South Bend. The service departs Effingham at 9:09 AM in the morning, which arrives into South Bend at 21:09:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Effingham to South Bend? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 282.7 mi
  • Duration: 11h

What companies run services between Effingham, IL, USA and South Bend, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Effingham Station to South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 20m.

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