What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Kansas City is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend station to Kansas City station. However, there are services departing from South Street Station - South Bend and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Kansas City via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from South Bend to Kansas City?

The distance between South Bend and Kansas City is 502 miles. The road distance is 571.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 10h 28m and costs $160 - $350.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from South Bend to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Kansas City bus from?

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

Where do I catch the South Bend to Kansas City train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from South Bend to Kansas City?

The best way to get from South Bend to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs $130 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $350 and takes 10h 28m, you could also bus, which costs $110 - $210 and takes 13h.

Where does the South Bend to Kansas City bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between South Bend and Kansas City?

Kansas City is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 6:50 AM in South Bend and 5:50 AM in Kansas City.

Where does the South Bend to Kansas City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Kansas City is 571 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from South Bend to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from South Bend to Kansas City?

Book your South Bend to Kansas City train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your South Bend to Kansas City bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 480+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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

How to get fromSouth Bend to Kansas City

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from South Bend
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SBN - MCI
5h 45m
$134–717
Drive 567.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Kansas Citycar 567.9 mi
9h 50m
$104–150
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 Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief / ...
10h 28m
$167–344
Bus
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 Kansas City Bus Stationbus
13h
$113–208
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
7h 1m
$142–712
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 Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
7h 21m
$379–809

South Bend to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

10h 28mAverage Duration

$167Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from South Bend to Kansas City.

Launch map view

Distance: 498.9 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from South Bend Station to Kansas City via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 28m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.