Union Station (South Bend, Indiana)

Union Station in South Bend, Indiana, was a major railway station serving the city. Opened in 1929, it consolidated passenger rail services from several different railroads operating in the area, including the New York Central, Grand Trunk Western, and the Chicago South Shore and South Bend Railroad. The station was designed in a Beaux-Arts style, featuring a large waiting room with high ceilings and ornate detailing.

The station served as a vital transportation hub for decades, facilitating travel between South Bend and major cities across the United States. However, with the decline of passenger rail travel in the mid-20th century, services gradually decreased. Passenger rail service through Union Station ceased in 1986.

Today, the building is no longer used as a train station. It has been repurposed and now houses commercial spaces and offices. While the tracks and platforms are gone, the historic structure remains a landmark in South Bend, a reminder of the city's rich railway heritage.