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South Bend - Columbus Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from South Bend to Columbus. Traveling by coach from South Bend to Columbus usually takes around 10 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.

	Distance	207 mi (334 km)
	Shortest duration	5h 30m
	Cheapest price	£24.29
	Trips per day	1
	Most frequent service	Barons Bus Lines
	Coach lines	2

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from South Bend to Columbus

(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Whitney

1 December 2023- Visiting family

Barons Bus Lines

Pros: It was a great day to see the land of the 'Midwest' despite the rain. Cons: Help me advocate for more bus travel, bicycle tours, and walking. We were out in the rain, while those who guzzle gas get to (have to) shelter under the... In any case, let us soundproof the craft, so humans outside andother organisms need not be deafened. Tips: Bus travel is luxurious and elegant. Fools consider first-class air travel as a 'perk'... How dangerous for our planet ... Please, provide data and complementary/alternate/cited experiences.

How much is a coach ticket from South Bend to Columbus?

£33.54 is the average price of a bus ticket from South Bend to Columbus. Any tickets cheaper than £33.54 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from South Bend to Columbus is expected to range from £31 to £48. If you are looking to travel to Columbus within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £33. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £31 and can be found on 16 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

Bus tickets from South Bend to Columbus are at their cheapest average price in August. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around £39. On the other hand, traveling on this route during September might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for September trips cost £59, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

What coach companies travel from South Bend to Columbus?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from South Bend to Columbus that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Barons Bus Lines usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Barons Bus Lines	5	14h 23m	£64.97
Greyhound	1	9h 45m	£38.05

Book Barons Bus Lines from South Bend to Columbus from £24. There are 5 Barons Bus Lines schedules from South Bend to Columbus and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Columbus. In South Bend, Barons Bus Lines departs to Columbus from 100 West South St. and no other station. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Columbus and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from South Bend to Columbus takes 14 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Columbus in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Columbus.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from South Bend to Columbus every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbus usually start from £29.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 207 miles from South Bend to Columbus. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from South Bend to Columbus, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from South Bend to Columbus every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

City Information

South Bend

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South Bend is quite a small city in Indiana, but this town offers plenty of beautiful landmarks and outdoor activities that will keep you captivated. When visiting South Bend, don't miss the Century Center, which not only hosts some of the best exhibitions in town but also boasts a great view towards the nearby St Joseph River, making it a particularly photogenic spot. The North/South Continental Divide is one particular point of interest, just a bit further down the US 20 bypass. Immerse yourself in nature at Shiojiri Niwa, a Japanese garden with more than twenty different large plants.

Though a small town, South Bend still has plenty of great dining options on its plate. For the best locally sourced burgers and a killer view of the river, check out Oaken Bucket Restaurant. If you can splurge a little bit, LaSalle Grill offers some of the finest dishes in town!

South Bend is a convenient location to reach from anywhere in the Midwest, with several bus stations in the city and Amtrak service stopping at a station close to downtown. In addition, South Bend International Airport is very close to the city and offers flights to domestic and international destinations.

Columbus

Brimming with life and cultural events, Columbus is the affordable destination of your dreams! Featuring a budding art scene, Columbus attracts art lovers through the exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts where children and adults alike can indulge in thought-provoking artworks. Fans of sports should not miss out on a baseball game at Huntington Park, which offers reasonably-priced tickets; it is also rarely crowded. For those who simply want to stroll about, the German Village offers a quaint and scenic view rarely seen elsewhere.

As the sun goes down, dig deeper into the German heritage of Columbus by enjoying a traditional schnitzel dish at the Schmidt's Restaurant and Sausage Haus. When you are looking for a quick snack, Bodega serves some of the best sandwiches in town, and there are up to 47 varieties of craft beers for you to choose from.

Columbus’ busiest bus station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity bus trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. The Columbus Union Station was the first union station ever built, and it’s served by Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited train lines. The local airport, the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is located on the east side of the city, 6 miles east of Downtown. It provides access to 31 other airports.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in South Bend?

Main departure station: 100 West South St.

South Bend has two coach stations with service to Columbus.

All coach stations in South Bend:

100 West South St.
100 W S St

Where does the coach arrive in Columbus?

Main arrival station: Columbus

Coaches arrive in Columbus at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Columbus:

Columbus
Columbus, OH (Bus Station)
Ohio State University
Columbus (Airport)

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