What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to South Bend. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at South Bend via Gary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to South Bend?

The distance between Cincinnati and South Bend is 328 miles. The road distance is 243.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to South Bend?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Cincinnati to South Bend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to South Bend bus from?

Cincinnati to South Bend bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to South Bend?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to South Bend is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $50 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $550 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Cincinnati to South Bend bus arrive?

Cincinnati to South Bend bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to South Bend is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Cincinnati to South Bend.

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

Book your Cincinnati to South Bend bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near South Bend?

There are 234+ hotels available in South Bend.

Cincinnati to South Bend - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cincinnati to South Bend by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Gary Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the bus from Gary to South Bendbus Bsb 26 / ...
7h 30m
$50–75
Bus via Fort Wayne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Fort Waynebus Bsb 14
2. Take the bus from Fort Wayne to South Bendbus Bsb 21
9h 55m
$34–145
Drive 242.2 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to South Bendcar 242.2 mi
4h 27m
$45–64
Fly to South Bend
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to South Bend (SBN)plane CVG - SBN
5h 17m
$92–520
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Lima Regional Transit Authoritybus
2. Take the bus from Lima Regional Transit Authority to Toledo Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from Toledo to South Bend Stationtrain
9h 36m
$115–215
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Oxford to Indianapolisbus Bsb 14
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to South Street Station - South Bendbus South Bend
10h 28m
$52–198
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
6h 37m
$202–834
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
6h 9m
$208–382

Cincinnati to South Bend by bus

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Distance: 326.5 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and South Bend, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Cincinnati to South Bend via Gary Bus Station and Gary in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to South Bend (SBN) hourly.

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