What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to bus which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $90 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul station. However, there are services departing from South Bend Transpo and arriving at Marshall & Otis Station via Chicago Bus Station and Union Depot & Gate A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Minneapolis–Saint Paul. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at St. Paul-Minneapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The distance between South Bend and Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 422 miles. The road distance is 496.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul without a car?

The best way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul without a car is to train which takes 11h 10m and costs $140 - $330.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus from?

South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from South Bend Transpo station.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train from?

South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from South Bend Station.

Train, bus or fly from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The best way to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $90 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 11h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus arrive?

South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train arrive?

South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 497 miles. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

There are 553+ hotels available in Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane SBN - MSP
2h 46m
$93–492
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bend Transpo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Saint Paul Union Depotbus Greyhound US0150
11h 32m
$76–149
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 St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Borealis / ...
11h 10m
$148–328
Drive 494 mi
1. Drive from South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paulcar 494 mi
8h 24m
$91–131
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolisbus
14h 32m
$117–199

South Bend to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by train and bus (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

11h 10mAverage Duration

$148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419.5 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN, USA?

Delta and United Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from South Bend Station to Marshall & Otis Station via Chicago Union Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Union Depot & Sibley Station in around 11h 10m.

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