What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $60 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from South Bend and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Chicago Bus Station and Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between South Bend and Cedar Rapids is 294 miles. The road distance is 310.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 8h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Cedar Rapids bus from?

South Bend to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend station.

Bus or fly from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $60 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the South Bend to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

South Bend to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Cedar Rapids?

Cedar Rapids is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 1:50 AM in South Bend and 12:50 AM in Cedar Rapids.

Can I drive from South Bend to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Cedar Rapids is 311 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from South Bend to Cedar Rapids.

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

Book your South Bend to Cedar Rapids bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 32+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

South Bend to Cedar Rapids - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from South Bend to Cedar Rapids by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, bus, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly South Bend to The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane SBN - CID
5h 12m
$61–339
Drive 308.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Cedar Rapidscar 308.7 mi
6h 3m
$57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Bend to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
8h 44m
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
6h 46m
$88–331
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
3. Drive from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Cedar Rapidscar
6h 34m
$96–355
Train, bus
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
9h 13m
Bus via South Bend Station
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
9h 13m

South Bend (SBN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.9 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from South Bend (SBN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Bend to GTC Bay 9 via Chicago Bus Station and Court St Transportation Center in around 8h 44m.

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