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

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Lawrence is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 10h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Lawrence is to train and fly and drive which takes 7h 32m and costs $100 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend station to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from South Street Station - South Bend and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Lawrence station. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from South Bend to Lawrence?

The distance between South Bend and Lawrence is 561 miles. The road distance is 610.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Lawrence without a car is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs $170 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 12h 5m to get from South Bend to Lawrence, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Bend to Lawrence?

The best way to get from South Bend to Lawrence is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs $170 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $240 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the South Bend to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between South Bend and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 6:18 AM in South Bend and 5:18 AM in Lawrence.

Where does the South Bend to Lawrence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Lawrence is 610 miles. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from South Bend to Lawrence.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 39+ hotels available in Lawrence.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
12h 5m
$177–375
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Lawrencecar
7h 32m
$105–424
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 Lawrence Bus Stopbus
15h 30m
$128–233
Drive 606.9 mi
1. Drive from South Bend to Lawrencecar 606.9 mi
10h 28m
$111–160
Fly South Bend to Kansas City, train
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SBN - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 28m
$147–744
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Kansas City, train
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
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 44m
$155–740
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Kansas City, train
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
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 5m
$392–837

South Bend to Lawrence by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 557.5 mi
Duration: 12h 5m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a train from South Bend Station to Lawrence Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Lawrence Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 15h 30m.

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