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 Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph (521 Lake Boulevard) 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 Charlotte and takes around 2h.

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 $26 for a 2h 05m 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 Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 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 Charlotte and takes around 2h.

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 $26 for a 2h 05m 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 Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airlines serving Saint Joseph

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,710 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,354 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (487 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (974 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (813 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (977 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, 204 reviews)
$246+
Courtyard by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 273 reviews)
$150+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Joseph
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 438 reviews)
$213+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Joseph Benton Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 236 reviews)
$154+
Best Western Benton Harbor-St. Joseph
2 stars
Good (7.4, 689 reviews)
$145+

Renting a car in Saint Joseph

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $83 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saint Joseph costs $83 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.