Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Notre Dame travel guide

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You're Going to Love Notre Dame

With a population of 5,973, Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Notre Dame

Notre Dame in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Notre Dame in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Notre Dame

Plane

When flying to Notre Dame, you’ll arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Notre Dame include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Notre Dame departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Notre Dame, followed by Train.

Car

Another option to get to Notre Dame is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 117 km from Notre Dame. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Notre Dame, you’ll arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 6 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Notre Dame include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Notre Dame departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Notre Dame, followed by Train.

Car

Another option to get to Notre Dame is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 117 km from Notre Dame. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Notre Dame

FWAFort Wayne
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Notre Dame

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,019 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,116 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,692 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,444 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,515 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,547 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,071 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,896 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,185 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,622 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (677 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (485 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,068 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,221 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (560 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (401 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (250 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Notre Dame

Most booked hotels in Notre Dame

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Morris Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 530 reviews)
$136+
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The Inn at Saint Mary's
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1968 reviews)
$71+
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Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 188 reviews)
$85+
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LaQuinta Suites by Wyndham South Bend Notre Dame Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 716 reviews)
$78+
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Hyatt Place South Bend Mishawaka
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 905 reviews)
$97+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham South Bend/At Notre Dame
2 stars
Good (6.4, 1468 reviews)
$54+
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Renting a car in Notre Dame

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Notre Dame (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Notre Dame, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Notre Dame (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Notre Dame, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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