By the Oreo’s Limo dispatch team · Oreos Limo LLC, Westmont, IL · Updated SET-ON-PUBLISH
Quick answer: Notre Dame is roughly 90 to 110 miles from Chicagoland, about 1.5 to 2.5 hours by road, and South Bend runs on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago. A luxury SUV fits a small group with luggage and a Sprinter fits a larger group traveling together. Tell dispatch your event time, head count and whether you need a wait or return pickup, and the trip is planned for you.
Planning a Notre Dame trip?
Send your date, group size and event time. Dispatch recommends the vehicle and sends a written quote.
Key takeaways
- Distance and time: roughly 90 to 110 miles and 1.5 to 2.5 hours, longer on game days.
- Time zone: South Bend is on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago.
- Vehicle: luxury SUV for small groups, Sprinter for larger ones.
- Return plan: wait, scheduled return pickup or overnight stay.
- Booking: dispatch is available 24 hours, 773-800-7475.
The trip at a glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Destination | Notre Dame and South Bend, Indiana |
| Distance from Chicagoland | Roughly 90 to 110 miles by road |
| Typical drive time | About 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on start and traffic |
| Route | East on I-90 through Indiana, then south toward South Bend |
| Time zone | Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago |
| Busiest times | Home-game weekends, graduation, parents’ weekend and move-in |
Sprinter or luxury SUV?
| Your group | Usually best | Why | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 with luggage | Luxury SUV | Space, comfort and a smaller group | Escalade · Navigator |
| Family or friends traveling together | Sprinter | Room to sit together and carry bags and gear | Sprinter rental |
| Larger group | Sprinter or party bus | One vehicle instead of several | 15-passenger Sprinter · 30-passenger party bus |
| Alumni or corporate group | SUV fleet or Sprinter | Chosen by head count and schedule | long-trip limo |
Why people book the trip
| Occasion | Planning tip |
|---|---|
| Home game | Plan the departure well before kickoff and confirm the drop-off point |
| Graduation | Book early; keep the ceremony time in Eastern Time |
| Parents’ weekend or move-in | Allow for luggage and extra stops |
| Campus visit | A shorter day trip with a wait or return pickup |
| Alumni or corporate event | Confirm the schedule and any stops with dispatch |
| Wedding or celebration in the area | Coordinate guest arrivals and the return |
Choose how you get home
| Option | How it works | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Wait at the destination | The chauffeur stays, quoted by the hour | A day trip or a short event |
| Scheduled return pickup | Drop-off now, return at a set time | A longer event or a game |
| Overnight stay | Chauffeur and vehicle stay for the night | A weekend trip |
Flying into Chicago first?
If your group lands at O’Hare or Midway, the airport pickup and the Notre Dame leg can be planned as one trip. See our O’Hare airport limo service and Midway airport limo service pages for pickup details.
What to send dispatch
- Date and event time, and whether it is Eastern or Central.
- Pickup address and every stop.
- Passenger and bag count.
- Return plan: wait, scheduled return or overnight.
- Airline and flight number if you are flying in.
What affects the price
Long-trip pricing depends on distance, vehicle, time of day, wait time and any overnight stay. Ask for a written quote that lists every charge, including tolls and gratuity, before you book. See the fleet for vehicle options.
Book your Notre Dame ride
Tell dispatch the date, group and plan and get a written quote.
Why groups book with Oreo’s Limo
Oreos Limo LLC is based in Westmont, IL, with 24-hour dispatch every day. We have worked in Chicago ground transportation for more than 15 years, with background-checked, licensed and insured chauffeurs and a fleet of SUVs, Sprinters and party buses. See our reviews and coverage areas.
Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Trip | Chicagoland to Notre Dame and South Bend |
| Distance | Roughly 90 to 110 miles |
| Drive time | About 1.5 to 2.5 hours |
| Time zone | Eastern Time at destination |
| Vehicles | Luxury SUVs, Sprinters, party buses |
| Dispatch | 24 hours, every day |
| Base | 825 N Cass Ave # 209, Westmont, IL 60559 |
| Phone | 773-800-7475 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Notre Dame from Chicago?
Roughly 90 to 110 miles depending on where in Chicagoland you start. The usual route runs east on I-90 through Indiana and then south toward South Bend.
How long does the drive from Chicagoland to Notre Dame take?
Plan on roughly 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on your starting suburb, traffic and the day. Game days and holiday weekends take longer, so build in extra time.
Does the time change between Chicago and Notre Dame?
Yes. Notre Dame and South Bend keep Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago. Check whether your kickoff, ceremony or reservation time is Eastern or Central before you set the pickup.
Should I take a Sprinter or an SUV to Notre Dame?
A luxury SUV suits a small group with luggage. A Sprinter suits a larger group that wants to travel together with more room. Tell dispatch your head count and bag count and they will recommend one.
Can the chauffeur wait while we are at the event?
Waiting is a common option on round trips, and it is quoted by the hour. The other options are a drop-off with a scheduled return pickup, or an overnight stay. Ask dispatch which fits your plan.
How early should we leave for a Notre Dame home game?
Leave earlier than a normal trip. Traffic builds near campus on game days, and access and drop-off arrangements can change. Dispatch plans the departure around your event time and confirms the drop-off point.
Can you pick us up at O’Hare or Midway and take us to Notre Dame?
Yes. Give dispatch the airport, flight number and arrival time, and the pickup follows the flight. The airport ride and the long trip are planned together.
Is a Notre Dame trip priced by the hour or by the trip?
Long trips are commonly quoted by distance and time, with wait time added when the chauffeur stays. Ask for a written quote listing every charge, including tolls and gratuity.
Can we book a Sprinter for graduation weekend?
Yes. Graduation, parents’ weekend, move-in and game weekends fill early, so book as soon as your dates are set.
What should I send dispatch for a Notre Dame trip?
Date and event time, pickup address, passenger and bag count, whether you need a return or a wait, and any stops. If you are flying in, include the airline and flight number.
Does Oreo’s Limo serve trips outside Illinois?
Oreo’s Limo takes long trips from Chicagoland. Confirm the destination, dates and vehicle with dispatch when you book so the plan is set before the trip.
How do I get a quote?
Use the quote form or call 773-800-7475. Send the date, pickup location, group size and whether you need a wait or a return.
Ready to go?
Send your group and date and dispatch will confirm the vehicle and plan.
About the dispatch team
This guide is written by the Oreo’s Limo dispatch team, who plan long trips and group rides from Chicagoland every day. Related: fleet · limo FAQs · about us.
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