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

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Frankenmuth is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Frankenmuth is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Frankenmuth?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend station to Frankenmuth station. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Flint Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Frankenmuth?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Frankenmuth station. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Flint Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from South Bend to Frankenmuth?

The distance between South Bend and Frankenmuth is 201 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Frankenmuth without a car is to train which takes 8h 43m and costs $170 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from South Bend to Frankenmuth, including transfers.

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

South Bend to Frankenmuth bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from South Bend Station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Bend to Frankenmuth?

The best way to get from South Bend to Frankenmuth is to train which takes 8h 43m and costs $170 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $280 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the South Bend to Frankenmuth bus arrive?

South Bend to Frankenmuth bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Where does the South Bend to Frankenmuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Frankenmuth?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Frankenmuth is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from South Bend to Frankenmuth.

Where can I stay near Frankenmuth?

There are 37+ hotels available in Frankenmuth.

South Bend to Frankenmuth - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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

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Fly South Bend to Mbs International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)plane SBN - MBS
2. Take the taxi from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Frankenmuthtaxi
5h 11m
$99–402
Drive 210.6 mi
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1. Drive from South Bend to Frankenmuthcar 210.6 mi
3h 57m
$39–56
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 Flint Amtrak Stationtrain Blue Water
8h 43m
$177–315
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 48m
$195–272
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the taxi from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Frankenmuthtaxi
5h 59m
$154–440
Bus via Toledo
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Toledobus
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Detroit Greyhound to Saginaw Bus Centerbus
9h 29m
$68–151

South Bend (SBN) to Mbs International Airport (MBS) flights

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Distance: 199.5 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Frankenmuth, MI, USA?

You can take a train from South Bend Station to Frankenmuth via Chicago Union Station and Flint Amtrak Station in around 8h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Bend Station to Frankenmuth via Chicago Union Station and Flint Amtrak Station in around 8h 48m.

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