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

The cheapest way to get from Galena to South Bend is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galena to South Bend is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Galena and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Galena to South Bend station. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at South Bend Station via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Galena to South Bend?

The distance between Galena and South Bend is 369 miles. The road distance is 254.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galena to South Bend without a car is to bus and train via Milwaukee which takes 9h 53m and costs $180 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Galena to South Bend, including transfers.

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

Galena to South Bend bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Galena to South Bend bus arrive?

Galena to South Bend bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

What is the time difference between Galena and South Bend?

South Bend is 1h ahead of Galena. It is currently 11:39 PM in Galena and 12:39 AM in South Bend.

Can I drive from Galena to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Galena to South Bend is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Galena to South Bend.

Where can I stay near South Bend?

There are 263+ hotels available in South Bend.

Galena to South Bend - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train via Milwaukee
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
9h 53m
$187–259
Drive 252.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galena to South Bendcar 252.7 mi
4h 45m
$44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
10h 5m
$156–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationbus
10h 5m
Bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bendbus
10h 9m
$125–163
Bus, train via Madison
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
10h 33m
$194–285

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Distance: 367.3 mi
Duration: 9h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Galena to South Bend Station via Dubuque, Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 5m.

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