How far is Salem, IN from South Bend, IN?

Fastest route

The distance between Salem, Massachusetts and South Bend, Indiana is approximately 913 miles (1,469 kilometers). The fastest route is currently via I-90 W, with an estimated travel time of 13 hours and 58 minutes. This route has tolls.

Directions

Here are the directions from Salem, Massachusetts to South Bend, Indiana:

1. Start by getting on MA-128 S in Peabody from North St, Gardner St, and Andover St.

   • Head west on Norman St toward Washington St.
   • At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Summer St.
   • Pass by the gas station on the right in 0.3 mi.
   • Turn left onto Gardner St.
   • Gardner St turns left and becomes Pulaski St.
   • Turn right onto Andover St.
   • Use the right lane to merge onto MA-128 S via the ramp to I-95/US-1.

2. Follow MA-128 S and I-90 W to IN-933 S/US 31 BUS in Clay Township. Take exit 77 from I-90 W.

   • Merge onto I-95 S/MA-128 S.
   • Take exit 39B to merge onto I-90 W (Toll road).
   • Enter New York (Toll road).
   • Take exit 22-61 to merge onto I-87 N toward I-90/Albany/Buffalo (Toll road).
   • Continue onto Governor Thomas E. Dewey Thruway/NY State Thruway (Toll road).
   • Merge onto I-90 W/Governor Thomas E. Dewey Thruway/NY State Thruway (Toll road).
   • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-90 W (Toll road).
   • Pass through Pennsylvania.
   • Enter Ohio.
   • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-90 W, following signs for I-271 S/Cleveland.
   • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-90 W, following signs for Cleveland.
   • Keep left to stay on I-90 W.
   • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-90 W, following signs for I-71.
   • Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-90 W exit toward Toledo.
   • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-90 W, following signs for I-80 W/Toledo/Ohio W (Toll road).
   • Enter Indiana (Toll road).
   • Take exit 77 for IN-933/U.S. 31 Business toward S Bend/Notre Dame (Toll road).

3. Continue on US 31 BUS and drive to Main St in South Bend.

   • Continue on US 31 BUS.
   • Drive to Main St/Marion Street 100 W.
   • Turn right onto IN-933 S/US 31 BUS.
   • Continue to follow US 31 BUS.
   • At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto N Michigan St.
   • At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Main St/Marion Street 100 W.
   • Continue to follow Main St.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚗 Plan for rest stops along the way to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
• ⛽️ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before the trip and consider refueling when necessary.
• 🍽️ Pack snacks or plan for meal stops to keep yourself energized during the long drive.
• 🛣️ Stay updated on traffic conditions and consider using navigation apps for real-time updates on the route.
• 🚧 Be prepared for tolls along the way and have some cash or a transponder ready.
• 🚘 Check your vehicle's tire pressure, fluids, and overall condition before embarking on a long journey.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Salem and South Bend is 212.8 miles (342.47 km).

Flight distance from Salem, IN to South Bend, IN is 212.8 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Salem to South Bend with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Salem, Indiana to South Bend, Indiana is: 244.11 miles (392.86 km) by car.

Driving from Salem to South Bend will take approximately 04 hours 13 minutes.

#1 Salem

City in Washington Township, Washington County, Indiana, United States

Population	6217
GPS Coordinates	38°36'20"N 86°6'4"W
Latitude	38.6056100
Longitude	-86.1010900
Altitude	229
Country	United States

#2 South Bend

The most populous city in St. Joseph County, Indiana. It is located on the St. Joseph River in northern Indiana. South Bend is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Notre Dame campus and the South Bend Chocolate Company.

Population	101868
GPS Coordinates	41°41'0"N 86°15'0"W
Latitude	41.6833800
Longitude	-86.2500100
Altitude	211
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and South Bend

The distance between Salem and South Bend is 393 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 21 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Salem and South Bend. The current time is 02:36:19.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.61 liters (8.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and South Bend.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to South Bend is $29.16 (diesel $37.61).

Indiana gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Indiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.385 (Diesel $4.366) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and South Bend (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.