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 Papa Vino's - St. Joseph Italian Kitchen (1332 Hilltop Rd) 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 Miami and takes around 3h 10m.

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 $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $24 for a 1h 54m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Amtrak, Bus and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 165 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 Miami and takes around 3h 10m.

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 $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $24 for a 1h 54m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Joseph, including Amtrak, Bus and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Saint Joseph takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Lafayette, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airlines serving Saint Joseph

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,352 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 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)
$160+
The Inn at Harbor Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 208 reviews)
$222+
Courtyard by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 273 reviews)
$154+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Joseph
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 439 reviews)
$181+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 238 reviews)
$154+
Best Western Benton Harbor-St. Joseph
2 stars
Good (7.4, 696 reviews)
$127+

Renting a car in Saint Joseph

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $81 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $81 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.