Saint Joseph travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint Joseph

With a population of 8,365, Saint Joseph is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Saint Joseph to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Saint Joseph

If you’re looking for affordable options, Silver Beach Pizza Upper Deck-Adults Only (410 Vine St) and Plank's Tavern (800 Whitwam Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Joseph

Saint Joseph in December
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Joseph in December
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saint Joseph

Plane

Although Saint Joseph doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 47 km from Saint Joseph. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Joseph departs from Boston and takes around 2h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Joseph. The train journey from Saint Joseph to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $32 for a 1h 54m trip. The train station in Saint Joseph is called Saint Joseph, and is located 0.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Joseph is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 98 km from Saint Joseph. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Champaign, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 217 km and will cost you around $115. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

Although Saint Joseph doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 47 km from Saint Joseph. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Joseph departs from Boston and takes around 2h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Joseph. The train journey from Saint Joseph to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $32 for a 1h 54m trip. The train station in Saint Joseph is called Saint Joseph, and is located 0.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Joseph is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 98 km from Saint Joseph. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Amtrak, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Champaign, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 217 km and will cost you around $115. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km.

Airlines serving Saint Joseph

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,990 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,009 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,755 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (740 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (960 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (809 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (953 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Joseph

Most booked hotels in Saint Joseph

Hampton Inn & Suites Benton Harbor
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 370 reviews)
$159+
The Inn at Harbor Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 202 reviews)
$299+
Courtyard by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 270 reviews)
$150+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Joseph
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 436 reviews)
$211+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 231 reviews)
$154+
Best Western Benton Harbor-St. Joseph
2 stars
Good (7.4, 684 reviews)
$119+

Renting a car in Saint Joseph

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $101 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Saint Joseph (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Saint Joseph is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $101 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Saint Joseph (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Saint Joseph is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.