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

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Joplin is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Joplin is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $110 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend station to Joplin station. However, there are services departing from South Street Station - South Bend and arriving at Joplin Bus Station via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

How far is it from South Bend to Joplin?

The distance between South Bend and Joplin is 551 miles. The road distance is 644.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Joplin without a car is to train and bus via St. Louis which takes 14h 26m and costs $160 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from South Bend to Joplin, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from South Bend to Joplin?

The best way to get from South Bend to Joplin is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $110 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $120 - $230 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the South Bend to Joplin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between South Bend and Joplin?

Joplin is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 5:22 AM in South Bend and 4:22 AM in Joplin.

Can I drive from South Bend to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Joplin is 644 miles. It takes approximately 10h 55m to drive from South Bend to Joplin.

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

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Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 47+ hotels available in Joplin.

South Bend to Joplin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
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1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane SBN - JLN
5h 28m
$112–483
Train, bus via St. Louis
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 Joplin Bus Stationbus
14h 26m
$162–334
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 Joplin Bus Stationbus
14h 35m
$123–223
Drive 640.4 mi
1. Drive from South Bend to Joplincar 640.4 mi
10h 55m
$117–169
Train, bus
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
14h 39m
$207–409
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 Joplin Bus Stationbus
15h 44m
$125–217

South Bend to Joplin by train and bus

21Weekly Services

14h 26mAverage Duration

$162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 547.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

United Airlines flies from South Bend (SBN) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Joplin Bus Station via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 14h 35m.

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