How can I travel from Detroit to South Bend without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to South Bend. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to South Bend from Detroit by bus?

The travel time from Detroit to South Bend is about 10h 5m, although the fastest bus will take 10h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 170 miles (274 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Detroit to South Bend?

About 170 miles (274 km) separate Detroit and South Bend.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Detroit to South Bend?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $40.

How much are the bus tickets from Detroit to South Bend?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Detroit to South Bend is $48. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $40 to $71, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Detroit (MI) to South Bend Bus Tickets

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from $38

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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 30 at 4:20pm
Departure city: Detroit
Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 2:25am
Destination city: South Bend
Destination location: South Bend
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 5m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to South Bend.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $71	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$81 - $132	Average Duration11h 34m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to South Bend

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach South Bend. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 5mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit to South Bend: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$48

Average bus trip duration10h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure4:20pm

Distance170 miles (274 km)

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Greyhound

3.5/586,945 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/58,413 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Detroit to South Bend Bus

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The cheapest trip from Detroit to South Bend was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit to South Bend, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $58 for a bus ticket from Detroit to South Bend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-04-30.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Detroit and South Bend!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Detroit to South Bend, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to South Bend will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit to South Bend?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 5m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 34m	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures2

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Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to South Bend, IN

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Bus Detroit to South Bend: Trip Overview

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Detroit - South Bend

How can I travel from Detroit to South Bend without a car?

How long does it take to get to South Bend from Detroit by bus?

What is the travel distance from Detroit to South Bend?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Detroit to South Bend?

How much are the bus tickets from Detroit to South Bend?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit to South Bend?

Will you be returning to Detroit by bus?

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