What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to South Bend?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to South Bend is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to South Bend?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to South Bend is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $140 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to South Bend. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at South Bend, IN via Des Moines and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and South Bend?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to South Bend station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Kansas City to South Bend?

The distance between Kansas City and South Bend is 501 miles. The road distance is 566.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to South Bend without a car is to train which takes 10h 10m and costs $160 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to South Bend?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Kansas City to South Bend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to South Bend bus from?

Kansas City to South Bend bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to South Bend train from?

Kansas City to South Bend train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to South Bend?

The best way to get from Kansas City to South Bend is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $140 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $340 and takes 10h 10m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Kansas City to South Bend bus arrive?

Kansas City to South Bend bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Kansas City and South Bend?

South Bend is 1h ahead of Kansas City. It is currently 5:32 AM in Kansas City and 6:32 AM in South Bend.

Where does the Kansas City to South Bend train arrive?

Kansas City to South Bend train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to South Bend is 567 miles. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Kansas City to South Bend.

How do I get a train ticket from Kansas City to South Bend?

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

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Where can I stay near South Bend?

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

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Fly to South Bend
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to South Bend (SBN)plane MCI - SBN
5h 48m
$145–768
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCI - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
6h 36m
$102–493
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
10h 10m
$169–340
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INbus
12h 55m
Drive 563.7 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to South Bendcar 563.7 mi
9h 55m
$103–149
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain
7h 2m
$379–810

Kansas City to South Bend by train (Amtrak)

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10h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.5 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and South Bend, IN, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to South Bend (SBN) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kansas City to South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 10m.

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