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 LakeHouse Restaurant & Bar (3029 Lakeshore Dr) 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 29 miles from Saint Joseph. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Joseph departs from Boston and takes around 2h 33m.

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 $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Springfield, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 14m trip. The train station in Saint Joseph is called Saint Joseph, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Joseph is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 61 miles from Saint Joseph. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

Although Saint Joseph doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to South Bend/Michiana (SBN), which is located 29 miles from Saint Joseph. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Joseph departs from Boston and takes around 2h 33m.

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 $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Springfield, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 14m trip. The train station in Saint Joseph is called Saint Joseph, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Joseph is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 61 miles from Saint Joseph. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airlines serving Saint Joseph

Lufthansa
Good (4,681 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,609 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,585 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,981 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,753 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,358 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (757 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (964 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (812 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (960 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 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, 205 reviews)
$275+
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, 437 reviews)
$218+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 235 reviews)
$154+
Best Western Benton Harbor-St. Joseph
2 stars
Good (7.4, 687 reviews)
$118+

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, 42% 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, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.