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 $95 - $140 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 54m and costs $100 - $650.

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 $270 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m 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 54m and costs $100 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $270 - $440 and takes 10h 28m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $290 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 10:29 AM in South Bend and 9:29 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?

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

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

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

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Fly from South Bend
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SBN - MCI
5h 54m
$109–617
Drive 567.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Kansas Citycar 567.9 mi
9h 50m
$98–141
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
$276–440
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
$128–287
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 23m
$121–518
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 13m
$158–825

South Bend to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

10h 28mAverage Duration

$276Cheapest Price

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Distance: 498.9 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta 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.

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