The average train between Elgin and South Bend takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin 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.
Trains run twice daily between Elgin and South Bend. The earliest departure is at 3:55 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Elgin is at 8:10 PM which arrives into South Bend at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to South Bend. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at South Bend station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Elgin to South Bend train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to South Bend train services, operated by Metra, arrive at South Bend Station.
The distance between Elgin and South Bend is 172.7 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 46m.
