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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Madison to South Bend. Traveling by bus from Madison to South Bend usually takes around 9 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 5 minutes.
Distance | 187 mi (302 km) |
Shortest duration | 8h 5m |
Cheapest price | RON 114.30 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Madison to South Bend?
Bus tickets for a trip from Madison to South Bend cost RON 143.30 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Madison to South Bend in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 126 to RON 177. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 16, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to South Bend this week, bus tickets are available starting at RON 140.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Madison to South Bend?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Madison to South Bend. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 3 | 9h 16m | RON 167.58 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 3 bus trips from Madison to South Bend every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to South Bend usually start from RON 112.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 187 miles from Madison to South Bend. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Madison to South Bend for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to South Bend, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Madison to South Bend, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Madison to South Bend every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Madison to South Bend; ticket prices start at RON 256.81.
City Information
Madison
Consistently ranking high on the lists of the best places to live in the USA, Madison still maintains its quaint and idyllic small-town vibe despite being the capital city of Wisconsin. Sitting among the city’s most iconic and most popular landmarks is the Madison Memorial Union, which is located within the campus of the University of Madison. The building features a lakeview terrace filled with colorful chairs, allowing visitors to chill out and enjoy the sun. If you are interested in the history of the state or architecture as a whole, head over to the State Capitol building, which was built between 1906 and 1917. The building features lavish council chambers, which were modeled after the famous Doge’s Palace in Venice, along with other architectural highlights. If you wish to stay close to nature, the Olbrich Botanical garden, with its famous Thai Pavilion and Garden, will certainly be a great choice.
As a college city, Madison features numerous cutting-edge establishments that will make your mouth water. For some of the best dining views in town, head over to Graze, where you can also grab some of the best cheese curds in Madison. If you want to enjoy the best brunch in town, Sardine might have what you need.
The busiest bus/train station in Madison is located on Collins Ct. The city is served by the Dane County Regional Airport, 6 miles northeast of downtown.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madison?
Main departure station: Phillips 66
Most buses depart from the main station in Madison.
All bus stations in Madison:
Phillips 66
Where does the bus arrive in South Bend?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 100 W S St
The South Street Station opened in 1998 as a multi-modal transit center. It is located in downtown South Bend across the street from the renovated Coveleski Stadium and Union Station. On average, about 2.2 million people use the station every year. A public transit bus stop located right outside the station connects it to the surrounding areas, including Notre Dame University and the U.P. Mall in downtown South Bend.
All bus stations in South Bend:
100 W S St
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