What is the cheapest way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

The cheapest way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

The fastest way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Western Michigan University and South Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Western Michigan University to South Bend. However, there are services departing from Dormitory & Ellsworth and arriving at South Bend, IN via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Gary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Western Michigan University and South Bend?

No, there is no direct train from Western Michigan University to South Bend station. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo and arriving at South Bend Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

The distance between Western Michigan University and South Bend is 180 miles. The road distance is 64.5 miles.

How do I travel from Western Michigan University to South Bend without a car?

The best way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $27 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Western Michigan University to South Bend bus from?

Western Michigan University to South Bend bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Western Michigan University to South Bend train from?

Western Michigan University to South Bend train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kalamazoo station.

Train or bus from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

The best way to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 6h.

Where does the Western Michigan University to South Bend bus arrive?

Western Michigan University to South Bend bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Gary Bus Station.

Where does the Western Michigan University to South Bend train arrive?

Western Michigan University to South Bend train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Western Michigan University to South Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Western Michigan University to South Bend is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Western Michigan University to South Bend.

Where can I stay near South Bend?

There are 237+ hotels available in South Bend.

Western Michigan University to South Bend - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Western Michigan University to South Bend by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Gary to South Bend, INbus Chicago
5h 20m
$28–54
Drive 64.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Western Michigan University to South Bendcar 64.2 mi
1h 32m
$12–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to South Bend Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
6h
$68–146

Western Michigan University to South Bend by foot and bus

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Western Michigan University, MI, USA and South Bend, IN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Western Michigan University to South Bend, IN via Dormitory & Ellsworth, Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Gary Bus Station, and Gary in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Western Michigan University to South Bend Station via Dormitory & Ellsworth, Kalamazoo Transit Center, Kalamazoo, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h.

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