What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $60 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to South Bend station. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at South Bend Station via Iowa City and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and South Bend is 293 miles. The road distance is 310.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to South Bend without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to South Bend bus from?

Cedar Rapids to South Bend bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $60 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to South Bend bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to South Bend bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

What is the time difference between Cedar Rapids and South Bend?

South Bend is 1h ahead of Cedar Rapids. It is currently 10:01 PM in Cedar Rapids and 11:01 PM in South Bend.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to South Bend is 310 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Cedar Rapids to South Bend.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cedar Rapids to South Bend?

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Where can I stay near South Bend?

There are 233+ hotels available in South Bend.

Cedar Rapids to South Bend - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to South Bend by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to South Bend
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to South Bend (SBN)plane CID - SBN
5h 5m
$62–340
Drive 308.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to South Bendcar 308.4 mi
6h 4m
$57–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
9h 20m
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
6h 20m
$82–314
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationbus
9h 20m
Bus via South Bend
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bendbus
9h 27m

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to South Bend (SBN) flights

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4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and South Bend, IN, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to South Bend (SBN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to South Bend Station via Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 9h 20m.

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