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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to South Bend is to line 147 bus and bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to South Bend is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to South Bend. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at South Bend, IN via Michigan & Washington and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and South Bend?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to South Bend station. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Evanston to South Bend?

The distance between Evanston and South Bend is 96 miles. The road distance is 103 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to South Bend without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $28 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Evanston to South Bend, including transfers.

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

Evanston to South Bend bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to South Bend train from?

Evanston to South Bend train services, operated by Metra, depart from Evanston station.

Train or bus from Evanston to South Bend?

The best way to get from Evanston to South Bend is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $28 - $60. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and bus, which costs $15 - $35 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Evanston to South Bend bus arrive?

Evanston to South Bend bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Washington station.

What is the time difference between Evanston and South Bend?

South Bend is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 3:42 AM in Evanston and 4:42 AM in South Bend.

Where does the Evanston to South Bend train arrive?

Evanston to South Bend train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Evanston to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to South Bend is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Evanston to South Bend.

Where can I stay near South Bend?

There are 253+ hotels available in South Bend.

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There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to South Bend by train (Amtrak), subway, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
3h 3m
$29–58
Line 147 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INbus Chicago / ...
3h 54m
$16–30
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Davis to Washington/Wabashsubway Purple Line
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 17m
$32–48
Drive 102.4 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to South Bendcar 102.4 mi
2h 6m
$19–27
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Davis to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)plane ORD - SBN
3h 29m
$64–398

Evanston to South Bend by train and bus

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3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Evanston to South Bend Station via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to South Bend, IN via Michigan & Washington, Harrison & Jefferson, and Chicago in around 3h 54m.

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