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

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Columbia is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Columbia is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $120 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend station to Columbia. However, there are services departing from South Street Station - South Bend and arriving at Columbia via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from South Bend to Columbia?

The distance between South Bend and Columbia is 389 miles. The road distance is 445.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Columbia without a car is to train and taxi which takes 11h 25m and costs $260 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from South Bend to Columbia, including transfers.

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

South Bend to Columbia bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from South Street Station - South Bend.

Bus or fly from South Bend to Columbia?

The best way to get from South Bend to Columbia is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $120 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $95 - $170 and takes 12h.

Where does the South Bend to Columbia bus arrive?

South Bend to Columbia bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 1:45 PM in South Bend and 12:45 PM in Columbia.

Can I drive from South Bend to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Columbia is 445 miles. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from South Bend to Columbia.

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

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Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 50+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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Fly from South Bend
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane SBN - COU
4h 20m
$124–452
Drive 442.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Columbiacar 442.9 mi
8h 3m
$81–117
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson City Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Jefferson City Station to Columbiataxi
11h 25m
$266–474
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbiabus
12h
$99–168
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane ORD - COU
5h 53m
$123–424
Train, bus
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbiabus
11h 51m
$132–284
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbiabus
13h 9m
$95–161

South Bend to Columbia by train and bus

14Weekly Services

11h 51mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Columbia via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 12h.

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