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Trains from South Bend to Cincinnati

🚆 Embark on a scenic train journey from South Bend to Cincinnati with a total travel time of 18 hours and 20 minutes covering a distance of 403 miles. Begin with a 2-hour and 5-minute ride on the Lake Shore Limited from South Bend to Chicago Union Station with Amtrak before transferring to the Cardinal train towards New York for an 8-hour and 32-minute ride to Cincinnati Union Terminal. 🛤️ Opt for a different route for a quicker trip lasting 14 hours and 44 minutes over 409 miles with a transfer included. Take the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District's South Shore Line from South Bend to Van Buren Street in Chicago in 2 hours and 29 minutes. Then board the Amtrak Cardinal train from Chicago Union Station to arrive at Cincinnati Union Terminal in 8 hours and 32 minutes. 🚌 For a more direct and shorter travel experience, consider taking a bus route from South Bend to Cincinnati. This 9-hour and 29-minute journey covers 354 miles with a quick transfer. Travel on Barons Bus from South Bend to Columbus Greyhound in 5 hours and 30 minutes, then switch to another Barons Bus route from Columbus Greyhound to Cincinnati GH Arlington Hts in 1 hour and 35 minutes.

Where to stay in Cincinnati

There are over 122 hotels to stay in Cincinnati. Prices range from $38 per night.

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  • There are multiple companies providing train routes from South Bend to Cincinnati. One option is to take the Amtrak train, starting with the Lake Shore Limited from South Bend to Chicago Union Station, then transferring to the Cardinal train which goes to Cincinnati Union Terminal. Another option includes taking the South Shore Line from South Bend to Van Buren Street in Chicago, and then transferring to the Cardinal train to Cincinnati. Additionally, there is a bus route option through Barons Bus, with a transfer in Columbus Greyhound Station before reaching Cincinnati GH Arlington Hts.
  • The fastest train route between South Bend and Cincinnati is Route 2, which takes 14 hours and 44 minutes to reach the destination. This route involves taking the South Shore Line train to Chicago's Van Buren Street and then transferring to the Cardinal train to Cincinnati Union Terminal. While there is a transfer involved, this route offers a quicker journey compared to the other available options.
  • There are a total of three transportation options between South Bend and Cincinnati. These include two train routes and one bus route. The train routes involve transfers in Chicago before continuing on to Cincinnati, while the bus route has transfers in both Chicago and Columbus before reaching Cincinnati. Travelers have multiple choices when deciding on the mode of transportation for this journey.
  • The first train of the day from South Bend to Cincinnati is the Lake Shore Limited, which departs South Bend for Chicago Union Station. The departure time for this train varies, but it typically runs early in the morning. The last train of the day is the Cardinal, departing from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati Union Terminal, with a departure time in the late evening. Travelers have options throughout the day when planning their journey between South Bend and Cincinnati.
  • There are no direct train trips each day between South Bend and Cincinnati. Travelers would need to make transfers, either in Chicago or Columbus, depending on their chosen route. The train options involve transfers at major stations, allowing passengers to continue their journey to Cincinnati. Bus routes are also available with transfers in Columbus offering alternative travel options between the two cities.

Will you be returning to South Bend by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cincinnati to South Bend

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