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

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Bloomington is to bus which costs $75 - $160 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Bloomington is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $90 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Bloomington station. However, there are services departing from South Bend Transpo and arriving at I-35W & 98th St Station via Chicago Bus Station and Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at St. Paul-Minneapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from South Bend to Bloomington?

The distance between South Bend and Bloomington is 420 miles. The road distance is 506.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Bloomington without a car is to train which takes 11h 27m and costs $140 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from South Bend to Bloomington, including transfers.

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

South Bend to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from South Bend Transpo station.

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

South Bend to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from South Bend Station.

Train, bus or fly from South Bend to Bloomington?

The best way to get from South Bend to Bloomington is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $90 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 11h 27m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 12h 14m.

Where does the South Bend to Bloomington bus arrive?

South Bend to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Bloomington?

Bloomington is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 11:49 PM in South Bend and 10:49 PM in Bloomington.

Where does the South Bend to Bloomington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Bloomington is 507 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from South Bend to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 496+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane SBN - MSP
2h 15m
$91–489
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bend Transpo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150 / ...
12h 14m
$76–159
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Borealis / ...
11h 27m
$148–328
Drive 503.7 mi
1. Drive from South Bend to Bloomingtoncar 503.7 mi
8h 31m
$92–133
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus
12h 18m
$110–172

South Bend to Bloomington by train and bus (Amtrak)

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11h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 417.5 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Bloomington, MN, USA?

Delta and United Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from South Bend Station to MOA Transit Station Gate C via Chicago Union Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Union Depot & Sibley Station in around 11h 27m.

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