Bus South Bend, IN to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from South Bend, IN to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or Tornado Bus Company for the next days.

today

$17

tomorrow

Saturday

$14

Sunday

$14

Monday

$17

Tuesday

$14

Wednesday

$15

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/4/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/4/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/4/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/4/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/4/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/4/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Tornado Bus Company	2h 15m	10:45 AM	South Bend, IN	Erskine Commons Bus Stop	12:00 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	Basic	$105	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Erskine Commons Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/4/2025 10:45:00 AM to California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/4/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Tornado Bus Company	2h 15m	10:45 AM	South Bend, IN	Erskine Commons Bus Stop	12:00 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	Basic	$105	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Erskine Commons Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/6/2025 10:45:00 AM to California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/7/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/7/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Tornado Bus Company	2h 15m	10:45 AM	South Bend, IN	Erskine Commons Bus Stop	12:00 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	Basic	$108	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Erskine Commons Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/7/2025 10:45:00 AM to California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Greyhound US	4h 30m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/9/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/9/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/9/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Tornado Bus Company	2h 15m	10:45 AM	South Bend, IN	Erskine Commons Bus Stop	12:00 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	Basic	$115	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Erskine Commons Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/9/2025 10:45:00 AM to California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	2h 10m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	2h 10m	6:55 PM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Greyhound US	5h 35m	8:50 AM	South Bend, IN	Bus Stop	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Tornado Bus Company	2h 15m	10:45 AM	South Bend, IN	Erskine Commons Bus Stop	12:00 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	Basic	$115	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Erskine Commons Bus Stop, South Bend, IN (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:45:00 AM to California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago is $14 on 12/7/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between South Bend, IN and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between South Bend, IN and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from South Bend, IN to Chicago. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between South Bend, IN and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 25 buses from South Bend, IN to Chicago, while Evening sees the fewest connections between South Bend, IN and Chicago, with 20 offers.

Facts about the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company that travel 7 times every day by bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from South Bend, IN to Chicago starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus	$14
Fastest Bus	1h 10m
Earliest Bus	8:50 AM
Latest Bus	6:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	72.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Every day, 7 buses from 2 bus companies leave South Bend, IN for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

$17

Friday 12/05

$19

Saturday 12/06

$14

Sunday 12/07

$14

Monday 12/08

$17

Tuesday 12/09

$14

Wednesday 12/10

$15

Thursday 12/11

$37

Friday 12/12

$15

Saturday 12/13

$18

Sunday 12/14

$15

Monday 12/15

$14

Tuesday 12/16

$14

Wednesday 12/17

$15

Thursday 12/18

$15

Friday 12/19

$15

Saturday 12/20

$35

Sunday 12/21

$16

Monday 12/22

$34

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$20

Thursday 12/25

$17

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from South Bend, IN to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from South Bend, IN to Chicago, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $14, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $15.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from South Bend, IN to Chicago, with $14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $14.

How to save money travelling from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from South Bend, IN to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from South Bend, IN to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from South Bend, IN to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between South Bend, IN to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route South Bend, IN to Chicago:

Cheapest Price	$14
Fastest Bus	1h 10m
Earliest Bus	8:50 AM
Last Bus	6:55 PM
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

Tornado Bus Company from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Here you will find the key facts about the Tornado Bus Company bus route South Bend, IN to Chicago:

Cheapest Price	$105
Fastest Bus	1h 15m
Earliest Bus	10:45 AM
Last Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in South Bend, IN and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in South Bend, IN and Chicago.

Bus Stop

W South St 100

Erskine Commons Bus Stop

Wendy's

S Dixie Way 320

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Service and Comfort on the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from South Bend, IN to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route South Bend, IN to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the South Bend, IN to Chicago bus

How much does a South Bend, IN Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 1h 10m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from South Bend, IN to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $115. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from South Bend, IN to Chicago each day?

Every day, the South Bend, IN to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from South Bend, IN to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 1h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from South Bend, IN starts at 8:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from South Bend, IN for Chicago starts at 6:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the South Bend, IN Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend, IN and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between South Bend, IN and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company.

What can I take with me on the South Bend, IN to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the South Bend, IN Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the South Bend, IN Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route South Bend, IN to Chicago

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to South Bend, IN and to Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to South Bend, IN and to Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!