Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

South Bend travel guide

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You're Going to Love South Bend

With a population of 101,168, South Bend is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in South Bend to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in South Bend

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cascade (320 E Colfax Ave) and Rohr’s (1 Notre Dame Ave) are great picks.

When to visit South Bend

South Bend in December
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Bend in December
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to South Bend in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 102 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in South Bend, with an average rainfall of 51 mm.

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How to Get to South Bend

Plane

When flying to South Bend, you’ll arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to South Bend is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 72 miles from South Bend. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to South Bend, you’ll arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to South Bend is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 72 miles from South Bend. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near South Bend

FWAFort Wayne
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving South Bend

Lufthansa
Good (8,137 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,119 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,471 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,993 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,626 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,659 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,798 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,474 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,956 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,811 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (565 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (476 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (445 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (299 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,410 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Bend

Average rates range from around $340 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $389 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mishawaka - South Bend By IHG and Comfort Suites South Bend Near Casino. There are also lots of holiday rental options in South Bend, with prices from $94 to $3,623 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Bend are about 208% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Bend

Most booked hotels in South Bend

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Morris Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$281+
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The Inn at Saint Mary's
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Comfort Suites University Area Notre Dame-South Bend
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$115+
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SureStay by Best Western South Bend
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$111+
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Hiring a car in South Bend

Expect to pay $1.87 per litre in South Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.44 and $29.91. The most frequently booked car type in South Bend is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.87 per litre in South Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.44 and $29.91. The most frequently booked car type in South Bend is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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